US9486615B2 - Microdermabrasion apparatus and method - Google Patents

Microdermabrasion apparatus and method Download PDF

Info

Publication number
US9486615B2
US9486615B2 US13/620,376 US201213620376A US9486615B2 US 9486615 B2 US9486615 B2 US 9486615B2 US 201213620376 A US201213620376 A US 201213620376A US 9486615 B2 US9486615 B2 US 9486615B2
Authority
US
United States
Prior art keywords
tip
canister
handpiece assembly
conduit
skin
Prior art date
Legal status (The legal status is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the status listed.)
Active, expires
Application number
US13/620,376
Other versions
US20130102978A1 (en
Inventor
Roger Ignon
Ed F. Nicolas
Current Assignee (The listed assignees may be inaccurate. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation or warranty as to the accuracy of the list.)
Hydrafacial LLC
Original Assignee
Edge Systems LLC
Priority date (The priority date is an assumption and is not a legal conclusion. Google has not performed a legal analysis and makes no representation as to the accuracy of the date listed.)
Filing date
Publication date
Priority to US13/620,376 priority Critical patent/US9486615B2/en
Application filed by Edge Systems LLC filed Critical Edge Systems LLC
Assigned to COMERICA BANK, A TEXAS BANKING ASSOCIATION reassignment COMERICA BANK, A TEXAS BANKING ASSOCIATION SECURITY AGREEMENT Assignors: EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION, EDGE SYSTEMS LLC
Publication of US20130102978A1 publication Critical patent/US20130102978A1/en
Assigned to EDGE SYSTEMS LLC reassignment EDGE SYSTEMS LLC CONVERTED Assignors: EDGE SYSTEMS CORPORATION
Assigned to EDGE SYSTEMS CORPORATION reassignment EDGE SYSTEMS CORPORATION ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: IGNON, ROGER, NICOLAS, ED F.
Priority to US15/344,357 priority patent/US10556096B2/en
Application granted granted Critical
Publication of US9486615B2 publication Critical patent/US9486615B2/en
Assigned to EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION, EDGE SYSTEMS LLC reassignment EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION RELEASE OF SECURITY INTEREST RECORDED AT REEL/FRAME 029549/0027 Assignors: COMERICA BANK
Assigned to SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC reassignment SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC SECURITY INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION, EDGE SYSTEMS LLC
Priority to US16/784,044 priority patent/US11883621B2/en
Assigned to EDGE SYSTEMS LLC, EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE, LLC reassignment EDGE SYSTEMS LLC RELEASE BY SECURED PARTY (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC
Assigned to JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT reassignment JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT SECURITY INTEREST (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: EDGE SYSTEMS LLC
Assigned to HYDRAFACIAL LLC reassignment HYDRAFACIAL LLC CHANGE OF NAME (SEE DOCUMENT FOR DETAILS). Assignors: EDGE SYSTEMS LLC
Active legal-status Critical Current
Adjusted expiration legal-status Critical

Links

Images

Classifications

    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61MDEVICES FOR INTRODUCING MEDIA INTO, OR ONTO, THE BODY; DEVICES FOR TRANSDUCING BODY MEDIA OR FOR TAKING MEDIA FROM THE BODY; DEVICES FOR PRODUCING OR ENDING SLEEP OR STUPOR
    • A61M35/00Devices for applying media, e.g. remedies, on the human body
    • A61M35/003Portable hand-held applicators having means for dispensing or spreading integral media
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B17/00Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
    • A61B17/54Chiropodists' instruments, e.g. pedicure
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61MDEVICES FOR INTRODUCING MEDIA INTO, OR ONTO, THE BODY; DEVICES FOR TRANSDUCING BODY MEDIA OR FOR TAKING MEDIA FROM THE BODY; DEVICES FOR PRODUCING OR ENDING SLEEP OR STUPOR
    • A61M1/00Suction or pumping devices for medical purposes; Devices for carrying-off, for treatment of, or for carrying-over, body-liquids; Drainage systems
    • A61M1/71Suction drainage systems
    • A61M1/77Suction-irrigation systems
    • A61M1/774Handpieces specially adapted for providing suction as well as irrigation, either simultaneously or independently
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61PSPECIFIC THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITY OF CHEMICAL COMPOUNDS OR MEDICINAL PREPARATIONS
    • A61P17/00Drugs for dermatological disorders
    • A61P17/02Drugs for dermatological disorders for treating wounds, ulcers, burns, scars, keloids, or the like
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B17/00Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
    • A61B2017/00743Type of operation; Specification of treatment sites
    • A61B2017/00747Dermatology
    • A61B2017/00761Removing layer of skin tissue, e.g. wrinkles, scars or cancerous tissue
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B17/00Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets
    • A61B17/32Surgical cutting instruments
    • A61B2017/320004Surgical cutting instruments abrasive
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B2217/00General characteristics of surgical instruments
    • A61B2217/002Auxiliary appliance
    • A61B2217/005Auxiliary appliance with suction drainage system
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B2217/00General characteristics of surgical instruments
    • A61B2217/002Auxiliary appliance
    • A61B2217/007Auxiliary appliance with irrigation system
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A61MEDICAL OR VETERINARY SCIENCE; HYGIENE
    • A61BDIAGNOSIS; SURGERY; IDENTIFICATION
    • A61B2218/00Details of surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body
    • A61B2218/001Details of surgical instruments, devices or methods for transferring non-mechanical forms of energy to or from the body having means for irrigation and/or aspiration of substances to and/or from the surgical site
    • A61B2218/007Aspiration

Definitions

  • This application relates in general to the field of skin treatment, and more specifically to apparatuses and methods for treating a person's skin.
  • Abrasion of the outer layer or epidermis of the skin is desirable to smooth or blend scars, blemishes, or other skin conditions that may be caused by, for example, acne, sun exposure, and aging.
  • Standard techniques used to abrade the skin have generally been separated into two fields referred to as dermabrasion and microdermabrasion. Both techniques remove portions of the epidermis called the stratum corneum, which the body interprets as a mild injury. The body then replaces the lost skin cells, resulting in a new outer layer of skin. Additionally, despite the mild edema and erythema associated with the procedures, the skin looks and feels smoother because of the new outer layer of skin.
  • Dermabrasion refers to a procedure in which the surface of the skin is removed due to mechanical rubbing by a handpiece with an abrasive element that is often in the form of a burr, wheel, or disc. This process tends to be painful and messy. In fact, the procedure is sometimes painful enough to require a local anesthetic. Dermabrasion leaves the skin red and raw-looking. The removed skin can take several months to regrow and heal. Recent efforts have led to the use of lasers instead of abrasive elements, which have resulted in less bleeding, but the pain and mess remains.
  • Microdermabrasion refers generally to a procedure in which the surface of the skin is removed due to mechanical rubbing by a handpiece emitting a stream of sand or grit.
  • a handpiece can be used to direct an air flow containing tiny crystals of aluminum oxide, sodium chloride, or sodium bicarbonate. The momentum of the grit tends to wear away two to three cell layers of the skin with each pass of the handpiece.
  • new “crystal-free” microdermabrasion techniques utilize a diamond-tipped handpiece without a stream of grit.
  • Efforts to add a suction element have been more successful in microdermabrasion than in dermabrasion because the handpiece applying the stream of grit is more controllable to a localized area. That is, as the removed skin is drawn into the suction opening, skin that has not been removed is also pulled towards the handpiece where it is treated with the grit stream, allowing for simultaneous local treatment and suction.
  • Microdermabrasion removes moisture from the skin, so the procedure is always followed by the application of moisturizing creams.
  • the moisturizing elements only work as deep as the active ingredients can passively migrate through the remaining epidermis.
  • a system for treating skin includes a handpiece assembly comprising a tip and a main body portion, the main body portion comprising an interior cavity and a canister configured to store at least one treatment or waste material.
  • the treatment or waste material is in fluid communication with the tip.
  • the system further comprises a fluid transfer device for transferring the treatment or waste material to and from the canister.
  • the system further includes a conduit configured to place the canister in fluid communication with the tip.
  • the conduit is routed within the interior cavity of the main body portion.
  • the conduit comprises at least two passages with each passage configured to transfer a different material to or from the canister.
  • the handpiece assembly and the canister form a unitary structure. In alternative embodiments, the handpiece assembly and the canister are substantially separated. In one embodiment, the canister comprises at least one compartment which may be configured to contain a treatment fluid and/or waste materials. In other embodiments, the treatment fluid comprises a serum. In yet other arrangements, the tip of the handpiece assembly is removable.
  • FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly for use in a skin treatment system according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 2A illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of a conduit adapted for use in the handpiece assembly of FIG. 1 ;
  • FIG. 2B illustrates a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the tubing of FIG. 2A ;
  • FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly with a portion of the exterior surface removed to reveal an interior portion of the assembly according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 4 schematically illustrates one embodiment of a skin treatment system according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a skin treatment system comprising a handpiece assembly and a canister according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 6A illustrates a perspective view of a combination storage and waste canister in accordance with another embodiment
  • FIG. 6B illustrates a perspective view of a combination storage and waste canister in accordance with yet another embodiment
  • FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of a handpiece assembly
  • FIG. 8 illustrates a perspective view of an embodiment of a combination storage and waste canister configured to be used with the handpiece assembly of FIG. 7 ;
  • FIG. 9 schematically illustrates one embodiment of the distal end of a handpiece assembly having a tip that is configured to tilt or pivot;
  • FIG. 10 illustrates a perspective view of a cartridge or other container comprising a treatment fluid or other material according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 11 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a handpiece assembly or other portion of the treatment system configured to receive the cartridge or container of FIG. 10 ;
  • FIG. 12 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly according to another embodiment
  • FIG. 13 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a portion of a handpiece assembly configured to receive a cartridge or other container according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 14 illustrates a perspective view of waste cartridge or container configured for use with a skin treatment system according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 15 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 16 illustrates a cartridge or other container configured for placement within a corresponding area of the handpiece assembly of FIG. 15 ;
  • FIG. 17 illustrates a handpiece assembly in fluid communication with a fluid transfer system and a waste canister according to one embodiment
  • FIGS. 18 and 19 illustrate an embodiment of a handpiece assembly
  • FIG. 20A illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly in fluid communication with a waste canister in accordance with one embodiment
  • FIG. 20B illustrates a top perspective view of one embodiment of a removable tip adapted for placement on a handpiece assembly
  • FIG. 20C illustrates a bottom perspective view of the removable tip of FIG. 20B ;
  • FIG. 21 illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of a handpiece assembly
  • FIG. 22 illustrates a perspective view of a base charging member configured to receive a handpiece assembly according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 23 illustrates a perspective view of a skin treatment system comprising a handpiece assembly and a base member having a waste canister according to one embodiment
  • FIG. 24 illustrates a side elevation view of the system of FIG. 23 .
  • FIG. 1 illustrates one embodiment of a handpiece assembly 10 configured for use in a skin treatment system which may be used to perform one or more treatments on a person's skin.
  • the handpiece assembly 10 comprises an outer housing 14 that can be grasped or otherwise manipulated by a user.
  • the housing 14 can include a curved shape. In other embodiments, the shape, size and/or other details regarding the housing 14 can vary as desired.
  • the handpiece assembly 10 can include a tip 20 that is configured to contact or substantially contact the skin or other surface being treated.
  • the tip 20 can be removable.
  • the tip 20 can be easily changed for cleaning, hygienic or other purposes.
  • a user can select a tip 20 having a specific pattern or features along the distal end.
  • Non-limiting examples of the various types of tips 20 that may be attached to the handpiece assembly 10 are disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/392,348, filed Mar. 29, 2006, the entirety to which is hereby incorporated by reference herein.
  • the handpiece assembly 10 can include an interface portion 30 along its distal end that is configured to securely receive the tip 20 .
  • the interface portion 30 comprises an O-ring 40 or other sealing member to help prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks.
  • one or more other types of gaskets or similar devices can be used, either in lieu of or in addition to an O-ring 40 .
  • the interface portion 30 can include one or more openings 44 , 46 or ports. In some embodiments, these openings 44 , 46 are configured to transfer fluids and/or other materials to and/or from the tip 20 .
  • the interface portion 30 comprises two fluid delivery openings 44 positioned along the periphery and one fluid suction opening 46 positioned along the center of the handpiece assembly 10 . In other embodiments, however, the number, location, spacing, shape, size and/or other details of the openings 44 , 46 can vary as desired or required.
  • One or more conduits 50 can be placed in fluid communication with the openings 44 , 46 , and thus, at least a portion of the tip 20 of the handpiece assembly 10 .
  • the conduits 50 can be configured to transfer (e.g., deliver, withdraw, etc.) fluids or other materials to and/or from the distal end of the handpiece assembly 10 .
  • the conduit 50 can be positioned at least partially within an interior portion of a handpiece assembly 10 . In the depicted embodiment, the conduit 50 extends out of the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 10 .
  • FIG. 2A illustrates one embodiment of a conduit 50 that is configured for use in a handpiece assembly 10 .
  • the conduit 50 can include a delivery passage 54 and a suction passage 56 .
  • the conduit 50 can comprise more or fewer passages, as desired or required by a particular application or use.
  • the size, shape and other details of the passages 54 , 56 can be different than illustrated in FIGS. 2A and 2B .
  • the conduit 50 can comprise tubing, pipe and/or the like.
  • the conduit 50 can include one or more rigid, semi-rigid and/or flexible materials, such as, for example, rubber, plastic, other polymeric materials, other synthetic materials, metal or the like.
  • the various passages 54 , 56 of the conduit 50 can be co-molded or otherwise produced as a unitary structure.
  • the passages 54 , 56 are attached to each other along a portion of the conduit 50 and separated from each other along another portion of the conduit 50 .
  • the conduit 50 can be manufactured using extrusion or other production method.
  • individual passages that connect to the handpiece assembly 10 are separate members that may or may not be attached to one another.
  • the passages 54 , 56 can comprise separate rubber tubing portions that are joined to each other using adhesives, clips, tape, fasteners and/or one or more other attachment methods or devices. The shape, size and/or other details of the passages 54 , 56 can be different than illustrated herein.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded perspective view of the handpiece assembly 10 of FIG. 1 with a portion of the outer housing 14 removed to reveal an interior area.
  • an interior of the handpiece assembly 10 can comprise one or more tabs 18 , guides, other fasteners and/or other members that are shaped, sized and otherwise configured to receive and secure one or more conduits 50 extending within the assembly 10 .
  • a small portion of a conduit 50 is shown (in phantom) within one of the tabs 18 .
  • the handpiece assembly 10 includes a total of two tabs 18 .
  • the quantity, type, shape, size and/or other details of the tabs 18 or other members can vary.
  • the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 10 can comprise an opening 16 or other slot through which a conduit 50 and/or other items can extend.
  • the interface portion 30 of the handpiece assembly 10 can include one or more ports 34 , 36 that are configured to attach to passages 54 , 56 of a conduit 50 .
  • the delivery passage 54 is shown (in phantom) as being associated with a first port 34 and the suction passage 56 is shown (in phantom) as being associated with a second port 36 .
  • a handpiece assembly 10 comprises more or fewer ports, as desired or required.
  • the size, shape, type and/or other details of the ports can vary.
  • the delivery passage 54 can be placed in fluid communication with the one or more delivery openings 44 .
  • the suction passage 56 can be placed in fluid communication with the one or more suction openings 46 . Consequently, one or more fluids or other materials can be selectively transferred (e.g., delivered to and/or removed from) the tip 20 of the handpiece assembly 10 .
  • the assembly 10 can be configured such that a single port 36 can be in fluid communication with two or more openings 46 located along a distal surface of the interface portion 30 .
  • a single opening along the distal surface of the interface portion 30 can be in fluid communication with two or more ports.
  • the interface portion 30 can include one or more internal channels, flow splitting devices, flow control valves and/or any other devices or features that can selectively affect the flow of fluids therethrough. This can apply to delivery and/or suction ports and openings, as desired or required by a particular application.
  • conduit 50 that extends within an interior cavity of the handpiece assembly 10 can provide one or more advantages or benefits. For example, such designs can permit a user to easily remove, attach or replace a conduit 50 between or during a treatment or procedure. In addition, contamination of an interior of the handpiece assembly 10 can be reduced or eliminated because fluids or other substances transmitted through the handpiece assembly 10 are fully contained within the passages 54 , 56 of the conduit 50 .
  • FIG. 4 schematically illustrates one embodiment of a skin treatment system 6 A.
  • the depicted treatment system 6 A comprises a handpiece assembly 10 , a conduit 50 , a fluid transfer device 70 (e.g., pump) in fluid communication with the conduit 50 and a canister 100 or other container.
  • the handpiece assembly 10 can include a tip 20 that is adapted to contact and treat the skin S.
  • a conduit 50 having a delivery passage 54 and a suction (e.g., removal) passage 56 can be attached to the handpiece assembly 10 and placed in fluid communication with the tip 20 .
  • a pump 70 or other fluid transfer device can be placed in fluid communication with the conduit 50 (e.g., the suction passage 56 ) to assist in transferring fluids or other materials to and/or from the tip 20 .
  • the canister 100 or other container can comprise a storage compartment 104 and a waste compartment 106 .
  • the canister 100 can include more or fewer compartments, as desired or required.
  • the canister 100 can include two or more storage compartments, each of which is configured to store a different fluid and/or other treatment media.
  • the canister 100 comprises a unitary structure having one or more baffles 105 or other dividing members to create two or more separate compartments 104 , 106 .
  • the system 6 A comprises two or more separate canisters that are not part of a unitary structure or that are not attached to each other.
  • a pump 70 or other fluid transfer device can be used to draw a treatment media (e.g., water, saline, other fluids, other materials, etc.) from the storage compartment 104 and through the delivery passage 54 .
  • a treatment media e.g., water, saline, other fluids, other materials, etc.
  • the pump 70 can remove waste materials from the treatment surface to the waste compartment 106 via the suction passage 56 .
  • one or more other methods and/or devices for delivering and/or withdrawing fluid or other materials to and/or from the distal end of the handpiece assembly 10 can be used.
  • a handpiece assembly 10 and a conduit 50 of a treatment system 6 B can be placed in fluid communication with a canister 100 .
  • the illustrated canister 100 comprises a base 101 and one or more compartments 104 , 106 .
  • the canister 100 can include one or more storage compartments 104 and/or waste compartments 106 that are separated by a baffle 105 or other separation member.
  • the various compartments 104 , 106 can be placed in fluid communication with one or more passages 54 , 56 of the conduit 50 to selectively transfer fluids and/or other materials to and/or from a handpiece assembly 10 .
  • the system 6 B can include a pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown).
  • a pump is placed within or near the base 101 . In other arrangements, the pump is positioned in one or more other locations (e.g., external to the base 101 ).
  • the canister 100 can include a lid 102 or other cover member that permits a user to selectively access the interior of the compartments 104 , 106 for filling, emptying, cleaning and/or any other task.
  • the lid 102 comprises a hinge 110 or other device that facilitates accessing the interior of the various compartments 104 , 106 .
  • FIG. 6A Another embodiment of a canister 200 is illustrated in FIG. 6A .
  • the canister 200 comprises a storage compartment 204 and a waste compartment 206 .
  • the canister 200 can comprise more or fewer compartments, as desired or required.
  • the compartments 204 , 206 can be separated by a baffle 205 or another separation member.
  • the canister can include a removable lid 202 that permits a user to access the interior of the compartments 204 , 206 .
  • each compartment 204 , 206 comprises a fitting 214 , 216 or similar member to which conduits or passages 54 , 56 of a conduit (e.g., tubing, pipe, etc.) can attach.
  • conduit e.g., tubing, pipe, etc.
  • the conduit can be placed in fluid communication with the various compartments 204 , 206 of the canister 200 .
  • the fittings 214 , 216 or ports can be located in one or more other locations of the canister 200 (e.g., the bottom, side, etc.).
  • FIG. 6B A different embodiment of a canister 200 A is illustrated in FIG. 6B .
  • the illustrated canister 200 A comprises a supply compartment 204 A and a waste compartment 206 A that are separated by a baffle 205 A or other member.
  • the canister 200 A can comprise a base 201 A and a lid 202 A or other cover member.
  • the compartments 204 A, 206 A can comprise one or more internal channels or conduits 274 A, 276 A that facilitate in the transfer of fluids or other materials into and/or out of the canister 200 A.
  • the canister 200 A is configured to move fluids to and from a handpiece assembly 10 in a manner similar to what is schematically described in FIG. 4 .
  • FIG. 7 illustrates a handpiece assembly 310 according to another embodiment.
  • the handpiece assembly 310 comprises a main body portion 314 and a tip 320 that is configured to contact and treat the skin.
  • the proximal end 311 of the assembly 310 includes a canister 400 .
  • the depicted canister 400 is physically attached to and incorporated into the handpiece assembly 310 .
  • the canister 400 can be separated and/or attached to the main body portion 314 of the handpiece assembly 310 by manipulating a release tab 401 , button or other feature.
  • One or more gaskets, O-rings or other members can be positioned between the main body portion 314 and the canister 400 in order to reduce the likelihood of leaks.
  • the handpiece assembly 310 includes an internal pump or other fluid transfer device within its main body portion 314 .
  • a fluid transfer device and/or any other component can be positioned outside of the handpiece assembly 310 and/or at any other location. Such components can be attached to or separate from the handpiece assembly, as desired or required.
  • FIG. 8 illustrates one embodiment of a canister 400 configured for use with a self-contained handpiece assembly 310 such as the one as illustrated in FIG. 7 .
  • the canister 400 can comprise a delivery compartment 404 in which one or more treatment fluids or other materials can be placed.
  • the canister 400 can comprise a waste compartment 406 to which fluids, exfoliated skin and/or other substances withdrawn from the treatment surface can be directed.
  • the canister 400 can comprise a baffle 405 or other separation member.
  • completely separate canisters can be attached to the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 310 (e.g., one or more delivery canisters, a waste canister, etc.).
  • the canister 400 can comprise one or more ports 414 , 416 or other fittings through which fluids or other substances can be transferred (e.g., between the tip 320 and the canister 400 ).
  • the canister 400 is configured to lock to the main body portion 314 using one or more devices or methods, such as, for example, locking tabs, clasps, magnetic connectors, other fasteners and/or the like.
  • any of the embodiments of a handpiece assembly disclosed herein can comprise a tip that swivels, rotates and/or otherwise moves relative to a main body portion.
  • Such a feature can facilitate moving and manipulating a handpiece assembly along a person's skin surface during a treatment procedure. This can be particularly significant when the treatment surface is highly contoured.
  • the passages of a conduit are configured to pass through the joint 514 (e.g., for passages to be in fluid communication from the main body portion 514 to the tip 520 through the joint 515 ) to permit fluids or other materials to be transferred to and/or from the working surface 522 of the tip 520 during the operation of the handpiece assembly 510 .
  • the handpiece assembly, pump or other fluid transfer device and/or any other component of the skin treatment system can be powered using one or more power sources.
  • a battery e.g., disposable, rechargeable, etc.
  • an AC power source e.g., with or without a transformer
  • any other power device or source can be connected, attached or otherwise supplied to the desired component or subcomponent of the treatment system.
  • the various components or subcomponents can include one or more controllers, electrical and/or instrumentation connections, ports and/or the like, as desired or required for the proper operation of the treatment system.
  • the self-contained handpiece assembly 310 illustrated in FIG. 7 is configured to include a rechargeable battery.
  • the handpiece assembly 310 can be sized, shaped and otherwise configured to be placed in a docking station when not in use.
  • the docking station can be configured to recharge the battery of the assembly 310 .
  • a handpiece assembly can be powered by AC or DC power (e.g., connected to a power cable or the like).
  • FIG. 10 illustrates one embodiment of a cartridge 500 containing a serum and/or another fluid or material used during a skin treatment procedure.
  • the cartridge 500 can comprise a membrane 504 or other member to seal or substantially seal the internal contents of the cartridge 500 .
  • the cartridge 500 can include a locking ear 506 or other feature or member that is configured to mate with a corresponding portion of the handpiece assembly.
  • such a locking ear 506 is sized, shaped and otherwise configured to align with a slot or other opening in a docking area of the handpiece assembly.
  • a cartridge include two or more locking ears 506 or other features that are configured to mate with corresponding areas or portions of the handpiece assembly.
  • the cartridge 500 can include an O-ring 502 or other sealing member to help prevent fluids and/or other substances from leaking once the cartridge 500 is properly inserted within the handpiece assembly.
  • the cartridge 500 comprises a generally cylindrical body with a relatively narrow neck portion.
  • shape, size and/or any other details or characteristics of the cartridge 500 can be different than illustrated and discussed herein to suit a particular application or use.
  • FIG. 11 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a docking portion or area 510 of a handpiece assembly with a cartridge 500 being secured therein.
  • the docking area 510 of the handpiece assembly can include a hollow tube 516 or other puncturing member that is configured to penetrate the membrane 504 when the cartridge 500 is securely positioned within the docking area 510 .
  • the nozzle of the cartridge and/or the docking area 510 can comprise an O-ring 502 and/or another sealing member.
  • the membrane 504 of the cartridge 500 can include any flexible, semi-rigid or rigid materials that is adapted to be punctured by a hollow tube 516 or other member when the cartridge 500 is secured to a handpiece assembly.
  • the membrane comprises rubber, plastic and/or the like.
  • the membrane 504 can be configured to be re-sealable once the cartridge 500 is removed from the handpiece assembly.
  • the handpiece assembly 600 can include a docking port or area 605 that is configured to receive a cartridge 610 .
  • the cartridge can include one or more treatment fluids, substances or the like.
  • the cartridge 610 comprises a membrane (not shown in FIG. 13 ) that is configured to substantially seal the internal contents of the cartridge 610 .
  • the docking area 605 can include a puncturing member 606 (e.g., hollow tube, syringe, needle, etc.) that is sized, shaped, positioned and otherwise configured to break the membrane or seal so that the contents of the cartridge 610 can be placed in fluid communication with the main body portion 602 and the tip 604 of the handpiece assembly 600 .
  • the cartridge 610 and docking area 605 can include one or more mating features (e.g., threads, locking tabs, snap connections, other mechanical fasteners, etc.) to ensure that the cartridge 610 is secured to the handpiece assembly 600 during use.
  • the docking area 605 can be shaped, sized and otherwise configured to receive a nozzle 612 or other protruding member of the cartridge 610 . Accordingly, the hollow tube 606 or other puncturing member of the main body portion 602 can penetrate a membrane or other sealing member disposed along the end of the nozzle 612 once the cartridge 610 is secured within the docking area 605 .
  • the nozzle 612 can comprise one or more O-rings 614 or other sealing members.
  • the handpiece assembly 600 illustrated in FIGS. 12-14 includes a generally rectangular shape. However, in other embodiments, the shape, size and/or other characteristics or properties of the handpiece assembly 600 can vary, as desired or required by a particular application or use.
  • FIG. 14 illustrates one embodiment of a waste canister 620 that is configured to attach to a proximal end of the handpiece assembly 600 .
  • the waste canister 620 can be configured to collect exfoliated skin, used serums and other fluids and/or the like that are drawn away from a person's skin during treatment.
  • the waste canister 620 can comprise a port 622 that is adapted to engage and secure to one or more receiving areas of the main body portion 602 of the handpiece assembly 600 .
  • the waste canister 620 can include one or more mating features with the adjacent portion of the handpiece assembly 600 .
  • one or more O-rings 624 or other sealing members can be used to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks between the waste canister 620 and the main body portion 602 of the handpiece assembly 600 .
  • the handpiece assembly can include a port 608 or other connection for a power source or other electrical connection.
  • the port 608 is configured to receive an AC adapter or transformer (e.g., 12 volt charger).
  • the handpiece assembly 600 comprises a rechargeable battery or other power source (not shown) which may be recharged via the port 608 .
  • FIGS. 15-17 illustrate another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 700 that comprises, among other things, a main body portion 702 , a working tip 704 and a docking area 705 for receiving a cartridge 720 .
  • the cartridge 720 can comprise a locking ear 722 or other protruding member that is sized, shaped and otherwise configured to help mate and secure the cartridge 720 to the docking area 705 .
  • the docking area 705 can include a recess 706 (e.g., turn lock feature) that is adapted to receive the locking ear 722 or other member of the cartridge 720 .
  • the process by which the cartridge 720 was secured within the docking area 705 can be reversed.
  • the cartridge 720 can be rotated so that the locking ear 722 or other protruding member generally aligns with the recess 706 to permit the cartridge 720 to be removed.
  • the illustrated cartridge 720 can include an O-ring 726 or other sealing member to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks.
  • the handpiece assembly 700 can include a tapered shape.
  • the handpiece assembly 700 can be designed with finger grips or other features that facilitate a user to grip and manipulate the handpiece assembly 700 during use.
  • the outer surface of any of the embodiments of the handpiece assemblies discussed and/or illustrated herein (or variations thereof) can comprise one or more durable materials that are configured to withstand the elements to which they may be exposed.
  • the exposed surfaces of a handpiece assembly comprise plastics, metals (e.g., stainless steel) and/or the like.
  • the handpiece assembly 700 can be placed in fluid communication with a housing 740 and a waste canister 730 via one or more conduits 710 .
  • the housing 740 can receive a removable waste canister 730 along its upper surface.
  • the housing 740 can be adapted to receive one or more waste canisters 730 at any other portion or location.
  • the canister 730 can be advantageously removed from the housing 740 for emptying, cleaning and/or any other purpose.
  • the housing 740 can comprise an internal and/or external pump or other fluid transfer device.
  • Such a fluid transfer device can be used to remove waste fluids and/or other materials away from the tip 704 of the handpiece assembly 700 (e.g., via a waste conduit 710 ), and in some arrangements, simultaneously draw treatment serums and other fluids from the canister 720 toward the tip 704 of the handpiece assembly 700 .
  • the pump, other fluid transfer device and/or any other electric component or features of the system can be operated by one or more power sources (e.g., AC, DC, rechargeable or disposable batteries, etc.).
  • the handpiece assembly 700 and/or the housing 740 can include buttons, dials and/or other members that permit a user to selectively control the operation during a treatment procedure.
  • FIGS. 18 and 19 illustrate another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 800 configured for use in a skin treatment system.
  • the depicted handpiece assembly 800 comprises a main body portion 802 , a removable tip 810 and a receiving or docking area 805 for securely receiving a cartridge 820 .
  • the main body portion 802 of the handpiece assembly 800 can comprise a port 807 to which a conduit 830 or other channeling member may connect.
  • the conduit 830 is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown) for removing waste materials away from the treatment surface (e.g., tip 810 ).
  • the cartridge 820 can include a nozzle portion 822 with a locking ear 826 or other protruding member that is configured to engage and mate with a corresponding slot 806 , recess and/or other feature of the docking area 805 .
  • the nozzle of the cartridge 820 can include an O-ring 828 or other sealing member to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks when fluids and/or other substances are being transferred from the cartridge 820 to the tip 810 .
  • the end of the nozzle portion of the cartridge comprises a membrane or other member (not shown) that can be punctured or otherwise compromised by a hollow tube 808 , spike or other member when the cartridge 820 is secured within the docking area 805 .
  • FIG. 20A Another embodiment of a skin treatment system 900 comprising a handpiece assembly 910 , a replaceable cartridge 920 and a separate base member 940 is illustrated in FIG. 20A .
  • the handpiece assembly 910 can comprise a main body portion 912 to which a cartridge 920 and a removable tip 970 can be secured.
  • the handpiece assembly 910 can include a port 917 that is used to place the handpiece assembly 910 in fluid communication with the base member 940 via one or more conduits 930 .
  • the cartridge 920 can be selectively secured to and/or removed from the main body portion 912 of the handpiece assembly.
  • the cartridge 920 can include one or more locking ears, O-rings and/or the like.
  • the base member 940 can include a waste canister or container 960 that is adapted to receive waste fluids and other substances.
  • the waste canister 960 can be configured to be selectively secured to and/or removed from the base member 940 for emptying, cleaning, replacement and/or any other purpose.
  • the base member 940 comprises one or more controls (e.g., ON-OFF switches, other switches, knobs and/or the like) for regulating the operation of the system.
  • a power supply or other electrical connection 950 can be used to power the base member 940 , a vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device contained within the base member 940 (or any other portion of the system) and/or any other electrical component or subcomponent of the system.
  • the base member 940 can comprise a recessed area 946 along its lower portion which is configured to receive one or more conduits 930 , power cables and/or the like.
  • FIGS. 20B and 20C illustrate different views of one embodiment of a removable tip 970 configured for placement on a handpiece assembly as disclosed herein.
  • the tip 970 can include a tip body portion 973 and a tip skirt portion 972 extending along the bottom of the tip body portion 973 .
  • the skirt portion 972 can include a plurality of gripping members or other features (e.g., recesses, protrusions, etc.) to facilitate the handling of the tip 970 .
  • a tip can be configured to slidably connect to the distal end and/or any other portion of a handpiece assembly.
  • the tip can be press fit onto the handpiece assembly.
  • One or more O-rings or other sealing members can be used between adjacent surfaces of the tip and the handpiece assembly to prevent or reduce the likelihood of undesirable leaks.
  • a tip can be secured to a handpiece assembly using any other method or device, such as, for example, a threaded connection, interlocking tabs, flanges or other members, other fasteners and/or the like.
  • the tip can be permanently or semi-permanently attached to the handpiece assembly.
  • the tip 970 comprises one or more surfaces, elements and/or features along its distal end 971 that are configured to treat (e.g., exfoliate) skin.
  • Such tips can include one or more treatment elements, either in addition to or in lieu of abrasive elements.
  • abrasive element is a broad term and includes, without limitation, protruding elements, abrasive materials (e.g., grit, sandpaper-like material, other coarse materials, etc.), roughened surfaces, contoured surfaces, surfaces with openings, recesses or other features, brushes, blades, surfaces impregnated with diamonds or other materials and/or the like.
  • treatment element is a broad term and includes, without limitation, an abrasive element, massage elements or features, elements or features configured to moisturize or apply one or more treatment agents or fluids, polishing or soothing elements or features and/or the like.
  • any embodiments of a tip for a handpiece assembly can comprise one or more treatment elements and/or abrasive elements, as desired or required by a particular application.
  • the tip 970 can include a lip 977 or other ridge member along its outer periphery.
  • the lip member 977 can generally define the periphery of the distal end 971 of the tip 970 .
  • the lip member 977 inhibits or substantially inhibits fluids or other materials from escaping a space generally defined between the tip 970 and the adjacent skin surface.
  • the tip 970 can include a plurality of protruding members 980 positioned along its distal end 971 and within the interior of the lip member 977 .
  • the protruding members 980 can be posts or other cylindrically-shaped objects.
  • the protruding members 980 comprise relatively sharp edges, which can be configured to remove skin.
  • the protruding members 980 can have relatively sharp planing blades.
  • the plurality of protruding members 980 can ablate or roughen a plurality of smaller sections of the skin being treated.
  • the outer diameter or other comparable dimension (e.g., length, width, etc.) of the posts or other protruding members 980 can vary. In other arrangements, the diameter and/or other dimensions of the protruding members can be similar or substantiality similar.
  • the posts or other protruding members 980 can be located, spaced and otherwise oriented along the distal end 971 of the tip 970 in any desired or required manner.
  • the lip member 977 of the tip 970 can help create an enclosed space generally defined between the distal end 971 of the tip 970 and the skin surface being treated. Therefore, according to some embodiments, the lip member 977 extends above the top of the protruding members 980 so that the protruding members are within the enclosed space during a treatment procedure. In other embodiments, the top surface of the lip 977 is generally aligned with the top surface of or below the protruding members 980 .
  • the tip 970 can include an interior delivery stem 974 that is configured to place the distal end 971 of the tip 970 in fluid communication with the one or more delivery channels or other conduits located within the handpiece assembly.
  • the delivery stem 974 can be sized, shaped and otherwise adapted to receive fluids and/or other materials from an internal delivery channel of the handpiece assembly.
  • the distal end 971 of the tip 970 can include an opening 982 through which fluids and/or other materials conveyed by the delivery stem 974 may exit.
  • the opening 982 can be located at or near the center of the distal end 971 of the tip 970 .
  • a tip 970 can include additional stems 974 and/or openings 982 .
  • the size, shape, location and/or other details of the openings 982 can be different than illustrated herein.
  • the distal end 971 of the tip 970 can include one or more outlet openings 984 through which exfoliated skin, spent serums, other waste liquids, fluids and other materials and/or the like can be removed.
  • the tip 970 includes two outlet openings 984 .
  • more or fewer openings can be included, as desired or required.
  • some or all of the posts or other protruding members 980 can be generally hollow so that they perform a similar function as other outlet openings 984 of the tip 970 . In other embodiments, however, some or all of the protruding members 980 are not hollow or do not include openings therethrough.
  • an enclosed space can be created between the skin surface and tip, generally along the interior of a peripheral lip member or other ridge. Therefore, as a vacuum or another suction source is generated in the handpiece assembly, exfoliated skin, spent serum, other fluids and/or other materials can be removed away from the tip 970 .
  • the delivery stem 974 of the tip 970 and any other conduit or space that is in fluid communication with it may also be subjected to a suction force. Consequently, serums, other fluids and/or other treatment materials can be advantageously transported to the distal end 971 of the tip 970 through one or more openings 982 .
  • the tip 970 or variations thereof can comprise any combination of treatment elements and/or abrasive elements, as desired or required by a particular application.
  • FIG. 21 illustrates another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 1000 .
  • the illustrated assembly 1000 may be particularly well-suited to be used as a shower model.
  • the tip 1020 of the handpiece assembly 1000 can include a dried serum or other material that is configured to dissolve when coming in contact with water and/or other fluids.
  • the tip 1020 can be operated to remove skin.
  • water from a shower head can be used to dissolve the media situated on the tip 1020 of the handpiece assembly 1000 .
  • the handpiece assembly 1000 comprises an internal vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown) that is used to draw waste liquid and/or materials away from the tip 1020 toward one or more drains 1040 .
  • Such drains 1040 may or may not be connected to a separate conduit or other collection device, as required or desired by a particular application.
  • the handpiece assembly 1000 can comprise a main body portion 1002 that a user can grasp and manipulate during use.
  • the tip 1020 can be adapted to be removably positioned onto a raised mounting portion 1010 of the handpiece assembly. In other embodiments, however, the tip 1020 attached directly to the main body portion 1002 of the assembly 1000 .
  • the tip 1020 can comprise an outer lip 1024 or other ridge member along its outer periphery.
  • the lip member 1024 can generally define the periphery of the distal end of the tip 1020 .
  • the tip 1020 can include a plurality of protruding members 1030 positioned along its distal end and within the interior of the lip member 1024 .
  • the protruding members 1030 can be posts or other cylindrically-shaped objects.
  • the protruding members 1030 comprise relatively sharp edges, which can be configured to remove skin.
  • the protruding members 1030 can have relatively sharp planing blades.
  • the tip 1020 can include one or more openings 1032 , 1034 through which treatment fluids, exfoliated skin, other waste materials and/or other substances may enter or exit the working surface of the tip 1020 .
  • the size, shape, quantity, location, spacing and/or other details of the openings 1032 , 1034 can vary, as desired or required by a particular application or use.
  • the tip of the handpiece assembly can be configured to rotate, pivot, tilt and/or otherwise move, as desired or required by a particular application.
  • FIG. 22 illustrates a charger or docking station 1050 which can be sized, shaped and configured to receive a handpiece assembly. It will be appreciated that any other embodiments of a handpiece assembly disclosed herein can be configured to be placed and stored in such a docking station 1050 .
  • the station 1050 can include a cavity 1060 or other receiving area in which one or more portions of a handpiece assembly may be selectively inserted and removed.
  • the station 1050 can be attached to a power cord 1070 or other power source so that a rechargeable battery located within the handpiece assembly can be charged.
  • FIGS. 23 and 24 Another embodiment of a skin treatment system 1100 comprising a handpiece assembly 1110 , a base member 1130 and a waste cartridge 1140 is illustrated in FIGS. 23 and 24 .
  • the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise a docking area in which a cartridge 1120 can be selectively removed or attached.
  • the handpiece assembly 1110 can be secured to a base member 1130 using one or more clips 1116 , holders or other members.
  • the handpiece assembly 1110 can be placed in fluid communication with a waste canister 1140 using one or more conduits 1150 .
  • the waste canister 1140 can be configured to be selectively attached to and/or removed from the base member 1130 for emptying, cleaning and/or any other purpose.
  • the waste canister 1140 comprises a lid 1142 or other cover member.
  • the base member 1130 and/or the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise one or more buttons 1132 , 1134 , dials and/or other control members to regulate the operation of the skin treatment system.
  • the base member can include a recessed region 1136 can enables one or more fluid conduits 1150 , power cables or other members to be conveniently coiled therearound.
  • the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise a main body portion 1102 and a tip 1118 permanently or removably secured thereto.
  • a handpiece assembly can be configured to be used in a shower or in other wet or high moisture conditions.
  • the handpiece assembly is waterproof and/or water resistant.
  • the pump or other fluid transfer device can be driven by electrical power, by water pressure (e.g., one or more connections to running water), by pneumatic power and/or any other method or device. It will be appreciated that such alternative methods or devices of operating a pump or other fluid transfer device can be used with respect to any other embodiment disclosed herein.
  • Some or all of the embodiments disclosed herein can be particularly useful for less expensive and/or simpler microdermabrasion systems. In some embodiments, such systems can target the home consumer market.
  • treatment fluids and/or other materials can be delivered to the tip of a handpiece assembly using one or more ways.
  • serums or other substances can be delivered through a supply canister or fluid bottle.
  • Such serums, compositions, other fluids or substances can be pre mixed so that they are delivered to the tip and the skin unmodified or substantially unmodified.
  • serums, fluids, gels or other materials can be in the form of a pack container dry granular material, viscous gels and/or the like. Such packs can be mixed with water or some other fluid by a user to a desired concentration.
  • one or more treatment materials can be impregnated or otherwise embedded into the tips of the handpiece assemblies.
  • such materials e.g., powers, solids, gels, etc.
  • the treatment materials can be contained within a capsule, tablet or other enclosure.
  • Such enclosures can be configured to dissolve when placed in water or some other fluid. Therefore, in some embodiments, a user may be required to place a capsule, the contents of a pack or some other materials into a canister and add water or other fluid before use.
  • one or more serums or other substances can be delivered to the treatment surface of a handpiece assembly to treat a particular skin condition.
  • the system can be used to treat acne, dry or oily skin, fine lines, sun-damaged skin, other skin diseases or disorders and/or like.
  • the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be utilized for the treatment of substantially most or all skin types.
  • such serums and/or other materials can be used when the handpiece assembly exfoliates skin.
  • the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be used during a follow-up (e.g., secondary, tertiary, etc.) or finish treatment step.
  • a follow-up e.g., secondary, tertiary, etc.
  • such serums and/or other materials can be used to hydrate the skin and/or lighten treat skin damage, either in lieu of or in addition to exfoliating skin.
  • the serums and/or other materials can comprise anti-oxidants, hyaluronic acid and/or the like.
  • the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be used to target acne or oily skin conditions. It will be appreciated that other serums, other materials and/or combinations of such serums or other materials can be used to target one or more types of skin conditions or treatments. Further, a particular treatment procedure can utilize one, two or more of such serums or other materials during various treatment phases (e.g., exfoliation, finish or polishing treatment, etc.).
  • kits can be developed that target a specific type of user, skin condition, desired result and/or the like.
  • a kit can comprise serums and/or other materials that target teenage acne.
  • the serums and/or other materials contained in such kits can be in one or more different forms, such as, for example, liquids, gels, other fluids, powders, solids and/or the like.
  • such serums and/or other materials can be configured for immediate use.
  • a particular amount of water, saline or other liquids, other dilution or dissolving agents and/or the like may need to be added to the serums and/or other materials to get them to a usable state.
  • kits directed at acne treatment can comprise lower concentrations of serums and/or other materials.
  • kits comprising higher concentrations or strengths of serums and/or other materials can be used to treat oily skin or acne in adults.
  • a kit can be developed to target users whose skin is generally typical (e.g., the users' skin is not abnormally dry or oily, the users do not have excessive amount of acne or scarring, etc.).
  • kits can include one, two or more different types of treatment combinations.
  • a kit can comprise a first combination of serum(s) and/or other material(s) that is intended to target the exfoliation of skin.
  • the same kit may include a second treatment combination that can be used in a follow-up treatment to treat oily skin or the like.
  • a kit can comprise more or fewer treatment combinations, as desired or required by a particular skin treatment procedure.

Abstract

According to some embodiments, a system for treating skin includes a handpiece assembly comprising a tip and a main body portion, the main body portion comprising an interior cavity and at least one canister configured to store at least one of a treatment material and a waste material. The treatment material and/or the waste material is in fluid communication with the tip.

Description

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS
This application is continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 12/346,582, filed Dec. 30, 2008, which claims the priority benefit under 35 U.S.C. §119(e) of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/019,196, filed Jan. 4, 2008 and U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/022,201, filed Jan. 18, 2008, the entireties of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein.
BACKGROUND
1. Field of the Inventions
This application relates in general to the field of skin treatment, and more specifically to apparatuses and methods for treating a person's skin.
2. Description of the Related Art
Abrasion of the outer layer or epidermis of the skin is desirable to smooth or blend scars, blemishes, or other skin conditions that may be caused by, for example, acne, sun exposure, and aging. Standard techniques used to abrade the skin have generally been separated into two fields referred to as dermabrasion and microdermabrasion. Both techniques remove portions of the epidermis called the stratum corneum, which the body interprets as a mild injury. The body then replaces the lost skin cells, resulting in a new outer layer of skin. Additionally, despite the mild edema and erythema associated with the procedures, the skin looks and feels smoother because of the new outer layer of skin.
Dermabrasion refers to a procedure in which the surface of the skin is removed due to mechanical rubbing by a handpiece with an abrasive element that is often in the form of a burr, wheel, or disc. This process tends to be painful and messy. In fact, the procedure is sometimes painful enough to require a local anesthetic. Dermabrasion leaves the skin red and raw-looking. The removed skin can take several months to regrow and heal. Recent efforts have led to the use of lasers instead of abrasive elements, which have resulted in less bleeding, but the pain and mess remains.
Efforts have been made to decrease the mess caused by the process waste, such as removed skin and blood, by adding a suction element. As the process waste is drawn into the suction opening, skin that has not been removed is also pulled against the grit surrounding the suction opening, so the procedure remains fairly messy due to the abrasion that takes place outside of the handpiece by the grit.
Microdermabrasion refers generally to a procedure in which the surface of the skin is removed due to mechanical rubbing by a handpiece emitting a stream of sand or grit. For example, a handpiece can be used to direct an air flow containing tiny crystals of aluminum oxide, sodium chloride, or sodium bicarbonate. The momentum of the grit tends to wear away two to three cell layers of the skin with each pass of the handpiece. Alternatively, new “crystal-free” microdermabrasion techniques utilize a diamond-tipped handpiece without a stream of grit.
Efforts to add a suction element have been more successful in microdermabrasion than in dermabrasion because the handpiece applying the stream of grit is more controllable to a localized area. That is, as the removed skin is drawn into the suction opening, skin that has not been removed is also pulled towards the handpiece where it is treated with the grit stream, allowing for simultaneous local treatment and suction.
Microdermabrasion removes moisture from the skin, so the procedure is always followed by the application of moisturizing creams. However, similar to topical application of moisturizing creams prior to microdermabrasion, the moisturizing elements only work as deep as the active ingredients can passively migrate through the remaining epidermis.
SUMMARY
According to some embodiments, a system for treating skin includes a handpiece assembly comprising a tip and a main body portion, the main body portion comprising an interior cavity and a canister configured to store at least one treatment or waste material. The treatment or waste material is in fluid communication with the tip.
In some embodiments, the system further comprises a fluid transfer device for transferring the treatment or waste material to and from the canister. In other embodiments, the system further includes a conduit configured to place the canister in fluid communication with the tip. In still other arrangements, the conduit is routed within the interior cavity of the main body portion. In another embodiment, the conduit comprises at least two passages with each passage configured to transfer a different material to or from the canister.
According to some embodiments, the handpiece assembly and the canister form a unitary structure. In alternative embodiments, the handpiece assembly and the canister are substantially separated. In one embodiment, the canister comprises at least one compartment which may be configured to contain a treatment fluid and/or waste materials. In other embodiments, the treatment fluid comprises a serum. In yet other arrangements, the tip of the handpiece assembly is removable.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention are described with reference to drawings of certain preferred embodiments, which are intended to illustrate, but not to limit, the present invention. The drawings include twenty-eight (28) figures. It is to be understood that the attached drawings are for the purpose of illustrating concepts of the present invention and may not be to scale.
FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly for use in a skin treatment system according to one embodiment;
FIG. 2A illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of a conduit adapted for use in the handpiece assembly of FIG. 1;
FIG. 2B illustrates a cross-sectional view of one embodiment of the tubing of FIG. 2A;
FIG. 3 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly with a portion of the exterior surface removed to reveal an interior portion of the assembly according to one embodiment;
FIG. 4 schematically illustrates one embodiment of a skin treatment system according to one embodiment;
FIG. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a skin treatment system comprising a handpiece assembly and a canister according to one embodiment;
FIG. 6A illustrates a perspective view of a combination storage and waste canister in accordance with another embodiment;
FIG. 6B illustrates a perspective view of a combination storage and waste canister in accordance with yet another embodiment;
FIG. 7 illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of a handpiece assembly;
FIG. 8 illustrates a perspective view of an embodiment of a combination storage and waste canister configured to be used with the handpiece assembly of FIG. 7;
FIG. 9 schematically illustrates one embodiment of the distal end of a handpiece assembly having a tip that is configured to tilt or pivot;
FIG. 10 illustrates a perspective view of a cartridge or other container comprising a treatment fluid or other material according to one embodiment;
FIG. 11 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a handpiece assembly or other portion of the treatment system configured to receive the cartridge or container of FIG. 10;
FIG. 12 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly according to another embodiment;
FIG. 13 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a portion of a handpiece assembly configured to receive a cartridge or other container according to one embodiment;
FIG. 14 illustrates a perspective view of waste cartridge or container configured for use with a skin treatment system according to one embodiment;
FIG. 15 illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly according to one embodiment;
FIG. 16 illustrates a cartridge or other container configured for placement within a corresponding area of the handpiece assembly of FIG. 15;
FIG. 17 illustrates a handpiece assembly in fluid communication with a fluid transfer system and a waste canister according to one embodiment;
FIGS. 18 and 19 illustrate an embodiment of a handpiece assembly;
FIG. 20A illustrates a perspective view of a handpiece assembly in fluid communication with a waste canister in accordance with one embodiment;
FIG. 20B illustrates a top perspective view of one embodiment of a removable tip adapted for placement on a handpiece assembly;
FIG. 20C illustrates a bottom perspective view of the removable tip of FIG. 20B;
FIG. 21 illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of a handpiece assembly;
FIG. 22 illustrates a perspective view of a base charging member configured to receive a handpiece assembly according to one embodiment;
FIG. 23 illustrates a perspective view of a skin treatment system comprising a handpiece assembly and a base member having a waste canister according to one embodiment; and
FIG. 24 illustrates a side elevation view of the system of FIG. 23.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
FIG. 1 illustrates one embodiment of a handpiece assembly 10 configured for use in a skin treatment system which may be used to perform one or more treatments on a person's skin. In the depicted embodiment, the handpiece assembly 10 comprises an outer housing 14 that can be grasped or otherwise manipulated by a user. As shown, the housing 14 can include a curved shape. In other embodiments, the shape, size and/or other details regarding the housing 14 can vary as desired.
With continued reference to FIG. 1, the handpiece assembly 10 can include a tip 20 that is configured to contact or substantially contact the skin or other surface being treated. According to some embodiments, as illustrated in FIG. 1, the tip 20 can be removable. Thus, the tip 20 can be easily changed for cleaning, hygienic or other purposes. For example, depending on the type of skin treatment procedure being performed, a user can select a tip 20 having a specific pattern or features along the distal end. Non-limiting examples of the various types of tips 20 that may be attached to the handpiece assembly 10 are disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/392,348, filed Mar. 29, 2006, the entirety to which is hereby incorporated by reference herein.
In arrangements where a removable tip 20 is used, the handpiece assembly 10 can include an interface portion 30 along its distal end that is configured to securely receive the tip 20. In FIG. 1, the interface portion 30 comprises an O-ring 40 or other sealing member to help prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks. In other embodiments, one or more other types of gaskets or similar devices can be used, either in lieu of or in addition to an O-ring 40.
With continued reference to FIG. 1, the interface portion 30 can include one or more openings 44, 46 or ports. In some embodiments, these openings 44, 46 are configured to transfer fluids and/or other materials to and/or from the tip 20. For example, in the depicted embodiment, the interface portion 30 comprises two fluid delivery openings 44 positioned along the periphery and one fluid suction opening 46 positioned along the center of the handpiece assembly 10. In other embodiments, however, the number, location, spacing, shape, size and/or other details of the openings 44, 46 can vary as desired or required.
One or more conduits 50 can be placed in fluid communication with the openings 44, 46, and thus, at least a portion of the tip 20 of the handpiece assembly 10. The conduits 50 can be configured to transfer (e.g., deliver, withdraw, etc.) fluids or other materials to and/or from the distal end of the handpiece assembly 10. As shown in FIG. 1, the conduit 50 can be positioned at least partially within an interior portion of a handpiece assembly 10. In the depicted embodiment, the conduit 50 extends out of the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 10.
FIG. 2A illustrates one embodiment of a conduit 50 that is configured for use in a handpiece assembly 10. As shown, the conduit 50 can include a delivery passage 54 and a suction passage 56. In other embodiments, the conduit 50 can comprise more or fewer passages, as desired or required by a particular application or use. In addition, the size, shape and other details of the passages 54, 56 can be different than illustrated in FIGS. 2A and 2B. The conduit 50 can comprise tubing, pipe and/or the like. Further, the conduit 50 can include one or more rigid, semi-rigid and/or flexible materials, such as, for example, rubber, plastic, other polymeric materials, other synthetic materials, metal or the like.
With continued reference to FIG. 2A, the various passages 54, 56 of the conduit 50 can be co-molded or otherwise produced as a unitary structure. In FIG. 2A, the passages 54, 56 are attached to each other along a portion of the conduit 50 and separated from each other along another portion of the conduit 50. According to some embodiments, the conduit 50 can be manufactured using extrusion or other production method. In other arrangements, individual passages that connect to the handpiece assembly 10 are separate members that may or may not be attached to one another. For example, in one embodiment, the passages 54, 56 can comprise separate rubber tubing portions that are joined to each other using adhesives, clips, tape, fasteners and/or one or more other attachment methods or devices. The shape, size and/or other details of the passages 54, 56 can be different than illustrated herein.
FIG. 3 illustrates an exploded perspective view of the handpiece assembly 10 of FIG. 1 with a portion of the outer housing 14 removed to reveal an interior area. As shown, an interior of the handpiece assembly 10 can comprise one or more tabs 18, guides, other fasteners and/or other members that are shaped, sized and otherwise configured to receive and secure one or more conduits 50 extending within the assembly 10. By way of example, in FIG. 3, a small portion of a conduit 50 is shown (in phantom) within one of the tabs 18. In the illustrated embodiment, the handpiece assembly 10 includes a total of two tabs 18. However, the quantity, type, shape, size and/or other details of the tabs 18 or other members can vary. Further, the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 10 can comprise an opening 16 or other slot through which a conduit 50 and/or other items can extend.
With continued reference to FIG. 3, the interface portion 30 of the handpiece assembly 10 can include one or more ports 34, 36 that are configured to attach to passages 54, 56 of a conduit 50. For example, in FIG. 3, the delivery passage 54 is shown (in phantom) as being associated with a first port 34 and the suction passage 56 is shown (in phantom) as being associated with a second port 36. In other embodiments, a handpiece assembly 10 comprises more or fewer ports, as desired or required. In addition, the size, shape, type and/or other details of the ports can vary. In some embodiments, once the tubing 50 is properly secured to the ports 34, 36 of the handpiece assembly, the delivery passage 54 can be placed in fluid communication with the one or more delivery openings 44. Likewise, the suction passage 56 can be placed in fluid communication with the one or more suction openings 46. Consequently, one or more fluids or other materials can be selectively transferred (e.g., delivered to and/or removed from) the tip 20 of the handpiece assembly 10.
As illustrated in FIG. 3, the assembly 10 can be configured such that a single port 36 can be in fluid communication with two or more openings 46 located along a distal surface of the interface portion 30. In other embodiments, a single opening along the distal surface of the interface portion 30 can be in fluid communication with two or more ports. Thus, the interface portion 30 can include one or more internal channels, flow splitting devices, flow control valves and/or any other devices or features that can selectively affect the flow of fluids therethrough. This can apply to delivery and/or suction ports and openings, as desired or required by a particular application.
The use of a conduit 50 that extends within an interior cavity of the handpiece assembly 10 can provide one or more advantages or benefits. For example, such designs can permit a user to easily remove, attach or replace a conduit 50 between or during a treatment or procedure. In addition, contamination of an interior of the handpiece assembly 10 can be reduced or eliminated because fluids or other substances transmitted through the handpiece assembly 10 are fully contained within the passages 54, 56 of the conduit 50.
FIG. 4 schematically illustrates one embodiment of a skin treatment system 6A. The depicted treatment system 6A comprises a handpiece assembly 10, a conduit 50, a fluid transfer device 70 (e.g., pump) in fluid communication with the conduit 50 and a canister 100 or other container. As shown, the handpiece assembly 10 can include a tip 20 that is adapted to contact and treat the skin S. A conduit 50 having a delivery passage 54 and a suction (e.g., removal) passage 56 can be attached to the handpiece assembly 10 and placed in fluid communication with the tip 20. In addition, a pump 70 or other fluid transfer device can be placed in fluid communication with the conduit 50 (e.g., the suction passage 56) to assist in transferring fluids or other materials to and/or from the tip 20.
With continued reference to FIG. 4, the canister 100 or other container can comprise a storage compartment 104 and a waste compartment 106. In other arrangements, the canister 100 can include more or fewer compartments, as desired or required. For example, the canister 100 can include two or more storage compartments, each of which is configured to store a different fluid and/or other treatment media. In some embodiments, the canister 100 comprises a unitary structure having one or more baffles 105 or other dividing members to create two or more separate compartments 104, 106. However, in other embodiments, the system 6A comprises two or more separate canisters that are not part of a unitary structure or that are not attached to each other.
In FIG. 4, when the tip 20 is placed against the surface of the skin S to be treated, a pump 70 or other fluid transfer device can be used to draw a treatment media (e.g., water, saline, other fluids, other materials, etc.) from the storage compartment 104 and through the delivery passage 54. At the same time, the pump 70 can remove waste materials from the treatment surface to the waste compartment 106 via the suction passage 56. In other embodiments, one or more other methods and/or devices for delivering and/or withdrawing fluid or other materials to and/or from the distal end of the handpiece assembly 10 can be used.
As illustrated in FIG. 5, a handpiece assembly 10 and a conduit 50 of a treatment system 6B can be placed in fluid communication with a canister 100. The illustrated canister 100 comprises a base 101 and one or more compartments 104, 106. As discussed, the canister 100 can include one or more storage compartments 104 and/or waste compartments 106 that are separated by a baffle 105 or other separation member. The various compartments 104, 106 can be placed in fluid communication with one or more passages 54, 56 of the conduit 50 to selectively transfer fluids and/or other materials to and/or from a handpiece assembly 10. In addition, the system 6B can include a pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown). For example, in one embodiment, a pump is placed within or near the base 101. In other arrangements, the pump is positioned in one or more other locations (e.g., external to the base 101).
With continued reference to FIG. 5, the canister 100 can include a lid 102 or other cover member that permits a user to selectively access the interior of the compartments 104, 106 for filling, emptying, cleaning and/or any other task. In some embodiments, the lid 102 comprises a hinge 110 or other device that facilitates accessing the interior of the various compartments 104, 106.
Another embodiment of a canister 200 is illustrated in FIG. 6A. In the depicted arrangement, the canister 200 comprises a storage compartment 204 and a waste compartment 206. As discussed, however, in other embodiments, the canister 200 can comprise more or fewer compartments, as desired or required. The compartments 204, 206 can be separated by a baffle 205 or another separation member. In addition, the canister can include a removable lid 202 that permits a user to access the interior of the compartments 204, 206. In FIG. 6A, each compartment 204, 206 comprises a fitting 214, 216 or similar member to which conduits or passages 54, 56 of a conduit (e.g., tubing, pipe, etc.) can attach. Thus, the conduit can be placed in fluid communication with the various compartments 204, 206 of the canister 200. In other embodiments, the fittings 214, 216 or ports can be located in one or more other locations of the canister 200 (e.g., the bottom, side, etc.).
A different embodiment of a canister 200A is illustrated in FIG. 6B. As with other embodiments, the illustrated canister 200A comprises a supply compartment 204A and a waste compartment 206A that are separated by a baffle 205A or other member. As shown, the canister 200A can comprise a base 201A and a lid 202A or other cover member. In addition, the compartments 204A, 206A can comprise one or more internal channels or conduits 274A, 276A that facilitate in the transfer of fluids or other materials into and/or out of the canister 200A. In some embodiments, the canister 200A is configured to move fluids to and from a handpiece assembly 10 in a manner similar to what is schematically described in FIG. 4.
FIG. 7 illustrates a handpiece assembly 310 according to another embodiment. In the depicted arrangement, the handpiece assembly 310 comprises a main body portion 314 and a tip 320 that is configured to contact and treat the skin. In addition, in the illustrated embodiment, the proximal end 311 of the assembly 310 includes a canister 400. Thus, unlike other arrangements disclosed herein, the depicted canister 400 is physically attached to and incorporated into the handpiece assembly 310. In one embodiment, the canister 400 can be separated and/or attached to the main body portion 314 of the handpiece assembly 310 by manipulating a release tab 401, button or other feature. One or more gaskets, O-rings or other members (not shown) can be positioned between the main body portion 314 and the canister 400 in order to reduce the likelihood of leaks.
Accordingly, a user can easily and conveniently handle and manipulate the handpiece assembly 310 illustrated in FIG. 7 (or variations thereof) because the canister 400 and the main body portion 314 of the assembly 310 are self contained within a single structure. In some embodiments, the handpiece assembly 310 includes an internal pump or other fluid transfer device within its main body portion 314. Alternatively, a fluid transfer device and/or any other component can be positioned outside of the handpiece assembly 310 and/or at any other location. Such components can be attached to or separate from the handpiece assembly, as desired or required.
FIG. 8 illustrates one embodiment of a canister 400 configured for use with a self-contained handpiece assembly 310 such as the one as illustrated in FIG. 7. As shown, the canister 400 can comprise a delivery compartment 404 in which one or more treatment fluids or other materials can be placed. In addition, the canister 400 can comprise a waste compartment 406 to which fluids, exfoliated skin and/or other substances withdrawn from the treatment surface can be directed. As with other embodiments disclosed herein, the canister 400 can comprise a baffle 405 or other separation member. In other embodiments, completely separate canisters can be attached to the proximal end of the handpiece assembly 310 (e.g., one or more delivery canisters, a waste canister, etc.).
With continued reference to FIG. 8, the canister 400 can comprise one or more ports 414, 416 or other fittings through which fluids or other substances can be transferred (e.g., between the tip 320 and the canister 400). According to some embodiments, the canister 400 is configured to lock to the main body portion 314 using one or more devices or methods, such as, for example, locking tabs, clasps, magnetic connectors, other fasteners and/or the like.
Any of the embodiments of a handpiece assembly disclosed herein can comprise a tip that swivels, rotates and/or otherwise moves relative to a main body portion. Such a feature can facilitate moving and manipulating a handpiece assembly along a person's skin surface during a treatment procedure. This can be particularly significant when the treatment surface is highly contoured.
In the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 9, a handpiece assembly 510 comprises a joint 515, hinge or other movement mechanism (e.g., ball joint or mechanism, swivel joint or mechanism, etc.). In the illustrated arrangement, the joint 515 is generally located between the tip 520 and the main body portion 514 of the handpiece assembly 510. As illustrated in phantom, such a joint 515 or other mechanism can advantageously permit a tip 520 to be moved relative to the adjacent body portion 514. For example, in some embodiments, the body portion 514 can be moved relative to the tip 520 between a first position 514A and a second position 514B. In some embodiments, the passages of a conduit (not shown) are configured to pass through the joint 514 (e.g., for passages to be in fluid communication from the main body portion 514 to the tip 520 through the joint 515) to permit fluids or other materials to be transferred to and/or from the working surface 522 of the tip 520 during the operation of the handpiece assembly 510.
With respect to any of the embodiments discussed and/or illustrated herein, the handpiece assembly, pump or other fluid transfer device and/or any other component of the skin treatment system can be powered using one or more power sources. For example, in some embodiments, a battery (e.g., disposable, rechargeable, etc.), an AC power source (e.g., with or without a transformer) or any other power device or source can be connected, attached or otherwise supplied to the desired component or subcomponent of the treatment system. In addition, the various components or subcomponents can include one or more controllers, electrical and/or instrumentation connections, ports and/or the like, as desired or required for the proper operation of the treatment system.
According to one embodiment, the self-contained handpiece assembly 310 illustrated in FIG. 7 is configured to include a rechargeable battery. The handpiece assembly 310 can be sized, shaped and otherwise configured to be placed in a docking station when not in use. The docking station can be configured to recharge the battery of the assembly 310. In other embodiments, however, a handpiece assembly can be powered by AC or DC power (e.g., connected to a power cable or the like).
FIG. 10 illustrates one embodiment of a cartridge 500 containing a serum and/or another fluid or material used during a skin treatment procedure. As shown, the cartridge 500 can comprise a membrane 504 or other member to seal or substantially seal the internal contents of the cartridge 500. In addition, the cartridge 500 can include a locking ear 506 or other feature or member that is configured to mate with a corresponding portion of the handpiece assembly. In some embodiments, such a locking ear 506 is sized, shaped and otherwise configured to align with a slot or other opening in a docking area of the handpiece assembly. Once the locking ear 506 or other feature is properly aligned with and pushed into a corresponding recess or other portion of the handpiece assembly, the cartridge 500 can be rotated or otherwise moved to secure it to the handpiece assembly. In other arrangements, a cartridge include two or more locking ears 506 or other features that are configured to mate with corresponding areas or portions of the handpiece assembly.
With further reference to FIG. 10, the cartridge 500 can include an O-ring 502 or other sealing member to help prevent fluids and/or other substances from leaking once the cartridge 500 is properly inserted within the handpiece assembly. In the illustrated embodiment, the cartridge 500 comprises a generally cylindrical body with a relatively narrow neck portion. However, it will be appreciated that the shape, size and/or any other details or characteristics of the cartridge 500 can be different than illustrated and discussed herein to suit a particular application or use.
FIG. 11 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a docking portion or area 510 of a handpiece assembly with a cartridge 500 being secured therein. As illustrated, the docking area 510 of the handpiece assembly can include a hollow tube 516 or other puncturing member that is configured to penetrate the membrane 504 when the cartridge 500 is securely positioned within the docking area 510. As discussed, in order to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks, the nozzle of the cartridge and/or the docking area 510 can comprise an O-ring 502 and/or another sealing member.
According to some embodiments, once the membrane 504 is punctured, the internal contents of the cartridge 500 can be in fluid communication with the tip (not shown) of a handpiece assembly. Thus, the hollow tube 516 or other penetrating member can access the internal contents of the cartridge 500 so they can be transferred through the body of the handpiece assembly to a working surface (e.g., tip). The fluids and/or other substances can be conveyed to a tip or other working surface of the handpiece assembly by gravity flow, using a pump or other fluid transfer device and/or the like. In some arrangements, as illustrated in FIG. 10, the cartridge 500 includes a locking member 506 (e.g., tab) that is configured to mate with a corresponding portion of the docking area 510 when properly inserted therein.
The membrane 504 of the cartridge 500 can include any flexible, semi-rigid or rigid materials that is adapted to be punctured by a hollow tube 516 or other member when the cartridge 500 is secured to a handpiece assembly. In some embodiments, the membrane comprises rubber, plastic and/or the like. In addition, the membrane 504 can be configured to be re-sealable once the cartridge 500 is removed from the handpiece assembly.
FIGS. 12-14 illustrate another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 600 adapted to treat the skin. The depicted assembly 600 comprises a main body portion 602, a working tip 604 and a docking area or port 605 in which a cartridge 610 and a waste canister 620 can be inserted. Such a handpiece assembly 600, as with other embodiments disclosed herein, can be an all-inclusive assembly that eliminates or reduces the need for other separate components. For example, the main body portion 602 can comprise a vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown) to help deliver fluids and other treatment materials to the working tip 604 and remove waste fluids, exfoliated skin and/or other materials to the waste canister 620.
With reference to FIG. 13, the handpiece assembly 600 can include a docking port or area 605 that is configured to receive a cartridge 610. The cartridge can include one or more treatment fluids, substances or the like. In some embodiments, as discussed herein with respect to the embodiment illustrated in FIG. 10, the cartridge 610 comprises a membrane (not shown in FIG. 13) that is configured to substantially seal the internal contents of the cartridge 610. The docking area 605 can include a puncturing member 606 (e.g., hollow tube, syringe, needle, etc.) that is sized, shaped, positioned and otherwise configured to break the membrane or seal so that the contents of the cartridge 610 can be placed in fluid communication with the main body portion 602 and the tip 604 of the handpiece assembly 600. The cartridge 610 and docking area 605 can include one or more mating features (e.g., threads, locking tabs, snap connections, other mechanical fasteners, etc.) to ensure that the cartridge 610 is secured to the handpiece assembly 600 during use.
As illustrated in the cutaway cross-sectional view of FIG. 13, the docking area 605 can be shaped, sized and otherwise configured to receive a nozzle 612 or other protruding member of the cartridge 610. Accordingly, the hollow tube 606 or other puncturing member of the main body portion 602 can penetrate a membrane or other sealing member disposed along the end of the nozzle 612 once the cartridge 610 is secured within the docking area 605. In order to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks of fluids and/or other substances contained within the cartridge 610, the nozzle 612 can comprise one or more O-rings 614 or other sealing members.
The handpiece assembly 600 illustrated in FIGS. 12-14 includes a generally rectangular shape. However, in other embodiments, the shape, size and/or other characteristics or properties of the handpiece assembly 600 can vary, as desired or required by a particular application or use.
FIG. 14 illustrates one embodiment of a waste canister 620 that is configured to attach to a proximal end of the handpiece assembly 600. The waste canister 620 can be configured to collect exfoliated skin, used serums and other fluids and/or the like that are drawn away from a person's skin during treatment. As shown, the waste canister 620 can comprise a port 622 that is adapted to engage and secure to one or more receiving areas of the main body portion 602 of the handpiece assembly 600. As with the cartridge 610, the waste canister 620 can include one or more mating features with the adjacent portion of the handpiece assembly 600. Further, one or more O-rings 624 or other sealing members can be used to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks between the waste canister 620 and the main body portion 602 of the handpiece assembly 600.
With continued reference to FIG. 12, the handpiece assembly can include a port 608 or other connection for a power source or other electrical connection. In some embodiments, the port 608 is configured to receive an AC adapter or transformer (e.g., 12 volt charger). In other embodiments, the handpiece assembly 600 comprises a rechargeable battery or other power source (not shown) which may be recharged via the port 608.
FIGS. 15-17 illustrate another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 700 that comprises, among other things, a main body portion 702, a working tip 704 and a docking area 705 for receiving a cartridge 720. As shown in FIG. 16, the cartridge 720 can comprise a locking ear 722 or other protruding member that is sized, shaped and otherwise configured to help mate and secure the cartridge 720 to the docking area 705. For example, the docking area 705 can include a recess 706 (e.g., turn lock feature) that is adapted to receive the locking ear 722 or other member of the cartridge 720. Once the cartridge 720 is aligned with and inserted into the recess 706, it can be rotated or otherwise moved to temporarily secure the cartridge 720 to the main body portion 702 of the assembly 700.
When the contents of the cartridge 720 have been emptied and/or when a user wishes to use fluids and/or materials contained with a different cartridge 720, the process by which the cartridge 720 was secured within the docking area 705 can be reversed. For example, the cartridge 720 can be rotated so that the locking ear 722 or other protruding member generally aligns with the recess 706 to permit the cartridge 720 to be removed. As with other embodiments, the illustrated cartridge 720 can include an O-ring 726 or other sealing member to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks.
With continued reference to FIGS. 15-17, for aesthetic, ease of handling and/or any other reason, the handpiece assembly 700 can include a tapered shape. As with any other embodiments disclosed herein, or variations thereof, the handpiece assembly 700 can be designed with finger grips or other features that facilitate a user to grip and manipulate the handpiece assembly 700 during use. In addition, the outer surface of any of the embodiments of the handpiece assemblies discussed and/or illustrated herein (or variations thereof) can comprise one or more durable materials that are configured to withstand the elements to which they may be exposed. In some embodiments, the exposed surfaces of a handpiece assembly comprise plastics, metals (e.g., stainless steel) and/or the like.
With continued reference to FIG. 17, the handpiece assembly 700 can be placed in fluid communication with a housing 740 and a waste canister 730 via one or more conduits 710. As shown, the housing 740 can receive a removable waste canister 730 along its upper surface. Alternatively, the housing 740 can be adapted to receive one or more waste canisters 730 at any other portion or location. In some embodiments, the canister 730 can be advantageously removed from the housing 740 for emptying, cleaning and/or any other purpose. As with other embodiments disclosed herein, the housing 740 can comprise an internal and/or external pump or other fluid transfer device. Such a fluid transfer device can be used to remove waste fluids and/or other materials away from the tip 704 of the handpiece assembly 700 (e.g., via a waste conduit 710), and in some arrangements, simultaneously draw treatment serums and other fluids from the canister 720 toward the tip 704 of the handpiece assembly 700.
The pump, other fluid transfer device and/or any other electric component or features of the system can be operated by one or more power sources (e.g., AC, DC, rechargeable or disposable batteries, etc.). In addition, the handpiece assembly 700 and/or the housing 740 can include buttons, dials and/or other members that permit a user to selectively control the operation during a treatment procedure.
FIGS. 18 and 19 illustrate another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 800 configured for use in a skin treatment system. Like in other embodiments disclosed herein, the depicted handpiece assembly 800 comprises a main body portion 802, a removable tip 810 and a receiving or docking area 805 for securely receiving a cartridge 820. As shown, the main body portion 802 of the handpiece assembly 800 can comprise a port 807 to which a conduit 830 or other channeling member may connect. According to some embodiments, the conduit 830 is placed in fluid communication with a vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown) for removing waste materials away from the treatment surface (e.g., tip 810).
As discussed herein in reference to other arrangements, the cartridge 820 can include a nozzle portion 822 with a locking ear 826 or other protruding member that is configured to engage and mate with a corresponding slot 806, recess and/or other feature of the docking area 805. Further, the nozzle of the cartridge 820 can include an O-ring 828 or other sealing member to prevent or reduce the likelihood of leaks when fluids and/or other substances are being transferred from the cartridge 820 to the tip 810. In some embodiments, the end of the nozzle portion of the cartridge comprises a membrane or other member (not shown) that can be punctured or otherwise compromised by a hollow tube 808, spike or other member when the cartridge 820 is secured within the docking area 805.
Another embodiment of a skin treatment system 900 comprising a handpiece assembly 910, a replaceable cartridge 920 and a separate base member 940 is illustrated in FIG. 20A. As shown, the handpiece assembly 910 can comprise a main body portion 912 to which a cartridge 920 and a removable tip 970 can be secured. In addition, the handpiece assembly 910 can include a port 917 that is used to place the handpiece assembly 910 in fluid communication with the base member 940 via one or more conduits 930. As with other embodiments disclosed herein, the cartridge 920 can be selectively secured to and/or removed from the main body portion 912 of the handpiece assembly. Thus, the cartridge 920 can include one or more locking ears, O-rings and/or the like.
In addition, the base member 940 can include a waste canister or container 960 that is adapted to receive waste fluids and other substances. As with the cartridge 920, the waste canister 960 can be configured to be selectively secured to and/or removed from the base member 940 for emptying, cleaning, replacement and/or any other purpose.
Further, in some embodiments, the base member 940 comprises one or more controls (e.g., ON-OFF switches, other switches, knobs and/or the like) for regulating the operation of the system. As shown, a power supply or other electrical connection 950 can be used to power the base member 940, a vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device contained within the base member 940 (or any other portion of the system) and/or any other electrical component or subcomponent of the system. Further, the base member 940 can comprise a recessed area 946 along its lower portion which is configured to receive one or more conduits 930, power cables and/or the like.
FIGS. 20B and 20C illustrate different views of one embodiment of a removable tip 970 configured for placement on a handpiece assembly as disclosed herein. As shown, the tip 970 can include a tip body portion 973 and a tip skirt portion 972 extending along the bottom of the tip body portion 973. The skirt portion 972 can include a plurality of gripping members or other features (e.g., recesses, protrusions, etc.) to facilitate the handling of the tip 970.
A tip can be configured to slidably connect to the distal end and/or any other portion of a handpiece assembly. For example, in some embodiments, the tip can be press fit onto the handpiece assembly. One or more O-rings or other sealing members can be used between adjacent surfaces of the tip and the handpiece assembly to prevent or reduce the likelihood of undesirable leaks. In other embodiments, a tip can be secured to a handpiece assembly using any other method or device, such as, for example, a threaded connection, interlocking tabs, flanges or other members, other fasteners and/or the like. In still other arrangements, the tip can be permanently or semi-permanently attached to the handpiece assembly.
In the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 20B and 20C, the tip 970 comprises one or more surfaces, elements and/or features along its distal end 971 that are configured to treat (e.g., exfoliate) skin. Such tips can include one or more treatment elements, either in addition to or in lieu of abrasive elements. As used herein, “abrasive element” is a broad term and includes, without limitation, protruding elements, abrasive materials (e.g., grit, sandpaper-like material, other coarse materials, etc.), roughened surfaces, contoured surfaces, surfaces with openings, recesses or other features, brushes, blades, surfaces impregnated with diamonds or other materials and/or the like. Further, as used herein, “treatment element” is a broad term and includes, without limitation, an abrasive element, massage elements or features, elements or features configured to moisturize or apply one or more treatment agents or fluids, polishing or soothing elements or features and/or the like. As discussed, any embodiments of a tip for a handpiece assembly can comprise one or more treatment elements and/or abrasive elements, as desired or required by a particular application.
As illustrated in FIGS. 20A and 20B, the tip 970 can include a lip 977 or other ridge member along its outer periphery. The lip member 977 can generally define the periphery of the distal end 971 of the tip 970. In some embodiments, when the tip 970 is positioned against the skin, the lip member 977 inhibits or substantially inhibits fluids or other materials from escaping a space generally defined between the tip 970 and the adjacent skin surface.
With continued reference to FIGS. 20B and 20C, the tip 970 can include a plurality of protruding members 980 positioned along its distal end 971 and within the interior of the lip member 977. The protruding members 980 can be posts or other cylindrically-shaped objects. In some embodiments, the protruding members 980 comprise relatively sharp edges, which can be configured to remove skin. The protruding members 980 can have relatively sharp planing blades. The plurality of protruding members 980 can ablate or roughen a plurality of smaller sections of the skin being treated.
As illustrated, the outer diameter or other comparable dimension (e.g., length, width, etc.) of the posts or other protruding members 980 can vary. In other arrangements, the diameter and/or other dimensions of the protruding members can be similar or substantiality similar. The posts or other protruding members 980 can be located, spaced and otherwise oriented along the distal end 971 of the tip 970 in any desired or required manner.
It will be appreciated that the size, shape, spacing, orientation, location and/or other properties of the protruding members 980 can be different than illustrated and disclosed herein, as desired or required by a particular procedure or application. As discussed herein, the lip member 977 of the tip 970 can help create an enclosed space generally defined between the distal end 971 of the tip 970 and the skin surface being treated. Therefore, according to some embodiments, the lip member 977 extends above the top of the protruding members 980 so that the protruding members are within the enclosed space during a treatment procedure. In other embodiments, the top surface of the lip 977 is generally aligned with the top surface of or below the protruding members 980.
With reference to FIGS. 20B and 20C, the tip 970 can include an interior delivery stem 974 that is configured to place the distal end 971 of the tip 970 in fluid communication with the one or more delivery channels or other conduits located within the handpiece assembly. For example, the delivery stem 974 can be sized, shaped and otherwise adapted to receive fluids and/or other materials from an internal delivery channel of the handpiece assembly.
As illustrated in FIGS. 20B and 20C, the distal end 971 of the tip 970 can include an opening 982 through which fluids and/or other materials conveyed by the delivery stem 974 may exit. As shown, the opening 982 can be located at or near the center of the distal end 971 of the tip 970. In other arrangements, a tip 970 can include additional stems 974 and/or openings 982. In addition, the size, shape, location and/or other details of the openings 982 can be different than illustrated herein.
Moreover, the distal end 971 of the tip 970 can include one or more outlet openings 984 through which exfoliated skin, spent serums, other waste liquids, fluids and other materials and/or the like can be removed. In the embodiment illustrated in FIGS. 20B and 20C, the tip 970 includes two outlet openings 984. However, more or fewer openings can be included, as desired or required. In addition, some or all of the posts or other protruding members 980 can be generally hollow so that they perform a similar function as other outlet openings 984 of the tip 970. In other embodiments, however, some or all of the protruding members 980 are not hollow or do not include openings therethrough.
In some embodiments, once the distal end 971 of a tip 970 is positioned against the skin being treated, an enclosed space can be created between the skin surface and tip, generally along the interior of a peripheral lip member or other ridge. Therefore, as a vacuum or another suction source is generated in the handpiece assembly, exfoliated skin, spent serum, other fluids and/or other materials can be removed away from the tip 970. At the same time, the delivery stem 974 of the tip 970 and any other conduit or space that is in fluid communication with it may also be subjected to a suction force. Consequently, serums, other fluids and/or other treatment materials can be advantageously transported to the distal end 971 of the tip 970 through one or more openings 982. As discussed, the tip 970 or variations thereof can comprise any combination of treatment elements and/or abrasive elements, as desired or required by a particular application.
Additional details regarding tips for any embodiments of a handpiece assembly disclosed herein can be found in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 11/392,348 (filed on Mar. 29, 2006 and published as U.S. Publication No. 2007/0156124) and U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/024,504 (filed on Jan. 29, 2008), the entireties of both of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein.
FIG. 21 illustrates another embodiment of a handpiece assembly 1000. In some arrangements, the illustrated assembly 1000 may be particularly well-suited to be used as a shower model. For example, the tip 1020 of the handpiece assembly 1000 can include a dried serum or other material that is configured to dissolve when coming in contact with water and/or other fluids. Thus, once in contact with water, the tip 1020 can be operated to remove skin. For instance, water from a shower head can be used to dissolve the media situated on the tip 1020 of the handpiece assembly 1000. In some embodiments, the handpiece assembly 1000 comprises an internal vacuum pump or other fluid transfer device (not shown) that is used to draw waste liquid and/or materials away from the tip 1020 toward one or more drains 1040. Such drains 1040 may or may not be connected to a separate conduit or other collection device, as required or desired by a particular application.
With continued reference to FIG. 21, the handpiece assembly 1000 can comprise a main body portion 1002 that a user can grasp and manipulate during use. In addition, the tip 1020 can be adapted to be removably positioned onto a raised mounting portion 1010 of the handpiece assembly. In other embodiments, however, the tip 1020 attached directly to the main body portion 1002 of the assembly 1000.
As discussed herein with reference to FIGS. 20B and 20C, the tip 1020 can comprise an outer lip 1024 or other ridge member along its outer periphery. The lip member 1024 can generally define the periphery of the distal end of the tip 1020. In some embodiments, when the tip 1020 is positioned against skin, the lip member 1024 inhibits or substantially inhibits fluids or other materials from escaping a space generally defined between the tip 1020 and the adjacent skin surface. Further, the tip 1020 can include a plurality of protruding members 1030 positioned along its distal end and within the interior of the lip member 1024. As discussed, the protruding members 1030 can be posts or other cylindrically-shaped objects. In some embodiments, the protruding members 1030 comprise relatively sharp edges, which can be configured to remove skin. The protruding members 1030 can have relatively sharp planing blades. Further, the tip 1020 can include one or more openings 1032, 1034 through which treatment fluids, exfoliated skin, other waste materials and/or other substances may enter or exit the working surface of the tip 1020. The size, shape, quantity, location, spacing and/or other details of the openings 1032, 1034 can vary, as desired or required by a particular application or use.
In any of the embodiments disclosed herein, including the one illustrated in FIG. 21, the tip of the handpiece assembly can be configured to rotate, pivot, tilt and/or otherwise move, as desired or required by a particular application.
FIG. 22 illustrates a charger or docking station 1050 which can be sized, shaped and configured to receive a handpiece assembly. It will be appreciated that any other embodiments of a handpiece assembly disclosed herein can be configured to be placed and stored in such a docking station 1050. The station 1050 can include a cavity 1060 or other receiving area in which one or more portions of a handpiece assembly may be selectively inserted and removed. The station 1050 can be attached to a power cord 1070 or other power source so that a rechargeable battery located within the handpiece assembly can be charged.
Another embodiment of a skin treatment system 1100 comprising a handpiece assembly 1110, a base member 1130 and a waste cartridge 1140 is illustrated in FIGS. 23 and 24. As with other embodiments disclosed herein, the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise a docking area in which a cartridge 1120 can be selectively removed or attached. In some arrangements, the handpiece assembly 1110 can be secured to a base member 1130 using one or more clips 1116, holders or other members. The handpiece assembly 1110 can be placed in fluid communication with a waste canister 1140 using one or more conduits 1150.
With continued reference to FIGS. 23 and 24, the waste canister 1140 can be configured to be selectively attached to and/or removed from the base member 1130 for emptying, cleaning and/or any other purpose. In some embodiments, the waste canister 1140 comprises a lid 1142 or other cover member. As with any other embodiments disclosed herein, the base member 1130 and/or the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise one or more buttons 1132, 1134, dials and/or other control members to regulate the operation of the skin treatment system. In addition, the base member can include a recessed region 1136 can enables one or more fluid conduits 1150, power cables or other members to be conveniently coiled therearound. Further, the handpiece assembly 1110 can comprise a main body portion 1102 and a tip 1118 permanently or removably secured thereto.
According to another embodiment, a handpiece assembly can be configured to be used in a shower or in other wet or high moisture conditions. Thus, in some arrangements, the handpiece assembly is waterproof and/or water resistant. In such embodiments, the pump or other fluid transfer device can be driven by electrical power, by water pressure (e.g., one or more connections to running water), by pneumatic power and/or any other method or device. It will be appreciated that such alternative methods or devices of operating a pump or other fluid transfer device can be used with respect to any other embodiment disclosed herein.
Some or all of the embodiments disclosed herein can be particularly useful for less expensive and/or simpler microdermabrasion systems. In some embodiments, such systems can target the home consumer market.
In any of the embodiments described and/or illustrated herein, or variations thereof, treatment fluids and/or other materials can be delivered to the tip of a handpiece assembly using one or more ways. For example, in some embodiments, serums or other substances can be delivered through a supply canister or fluid bottle. Such serums, compositions, other fluids or substances can be pre mixed so that they are delivered to the tip and the skin unmodified or substantially unmodified.
In other embodiments, serums, fluids, gels or other materials can be in the form of a pack container dry granular material, viscous gels and/or the like. Such packs can be mixed with water or some other fluid by a user to a desired concentration. In other embodiments, one or more treatment materials can be impregnated or otherwise embedded into the tips of the handpiece assemblies. Thus, such materials (e.g., powers, solids, gels, etc.) can advantageously dissolve when they contact water, saline or some other liquid. In still other embodiments, the treatment materials can be contained within a capsule, tablet or other enclosure. Such enclosures can be configured to dissolve when placed in water or some other fluid. Therefore, in some embodiments, a user may be required to place a capsule, the contents of a pack or some other materials into a canister and add water or other fluid before use.
In some embodiments, one or more serums or other substances can be delivered to the treatment surface of a handpiece assembly to treat a particular skin condition. For example, the system can be used to treat acne, dry or oily skin, fine lines, sun-damaged skin, other skin diseases or disorders and/or like.
In some embodiments, the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be utilized for the treatment of substantially most or all skin types. For example, such serums and/or other materials can be used when the handpiece assembly exfoliates skin.
In another embodiment, the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be used during a follow-up (e.g., secondary, tertiary, etc.) or finish treatment step. For example, such serums and/or other materials can be used to hydrate the skin and/or lighten treat skin damage, either in lieu of or in addition to exfoliating skin. In such embodiments, the serums and/or other materials can comprise anti-oxidants, hyaluronic acid and/or the like.
In yet other embodiments, the serums, other materials and/or a combination of such serums or other materials can be used to target acne or oily skin conditions. It will be appreciated that other serums, other materials and/or combinations of such serums or other materials can be used to target one or more types of skin conditions or treatments. Further, a particular treatment procedure can utilize one, two or more of such serums or other materials during various treatment phases (e.g., exfoliation, finish or polishing treatment, etc.).
In some embodiments, one or more kits can be developed that target a specific type of user, skin condition, desired result and/or the like. For example, such a kit can comprise serums and/or other materials that target teenage acne. As discussed, the serums and/or other materials contained in such kits can be in one or more different forms, such as, for example, liquids, gels, other fluids, powders, solids and/or the like. In some embodiments, such serums and/or other materials can be configured for immediate use. Alternatively, a particular amount of water, saline or other liquids, other dilution or dissolving agents and/or the like may need to be added to the serums and/or other materials to get them to a usable state.
In addition, depending on who the target user is (e.g., teenagers, adults, etc.) and/or how severe a particular condition is, the concentration or strength of the serums and/or other materials can be varied. For example, for younger users, a kit directed at acne treatment can comprise lower concentrations of serums and/or other materials. By way of another example, kits comprising higher concentrations or strengths of serums and/or other materials can be used to treat oily skin or acne in adults. In another embodiment, a kit can be developed to target users whose skin is generally typical (e.g., the users' skin is not abnormally dry or oily, the users do not have excessive amount of acne or scarring, etc.).
As discussed, the kits can include one, two or more different types of treatment combinations. For example, a kit can comprise a first combination of serum(s) and/or other material(s) that is intended to target the exfoliation of skin. The same kit may include a second treatment combination that can be used in a follow-up treatment to treat oily skin or the like. In other embodiments, however, a kit can comprise more or fewer treatment combinations, as desired or required by a particular skin treatment procedure.
The articles, devices, assemblies, systems and/or other items disclosed herein may be formed through any suitable means. The various methods and techniques described above provide a number of ways to carry out the invention. Of course, it is to be understood that not necessarily all objectives or advantages described may be achieved in accordance with any particular embodiment described herein. Thus, for example, those skilled in the art will recognize that the methods may be performed in a manner that achieves or optimizes one advantage or group of advantages as taught herein without necessarily achieving other objectives or advantages as may be taught or suggested herein.
Furthermore, the skilled artisan will recognize the interchangeability of various features from different embodiments disclosed herein. Similarly, the various features and steps discussed above, as well as other known equivalents for each such feature or step, can be mixed and matched by one of ordinary skill in this art to perform methods in accordance with principles described herein. Additionally, the methods which are described and illustrated herein are not limited to the exact sequence of acts described, nor are they necessarily limited to the practice of all of the acts set forth. Other sequences of events or acts, or less than all of the events, or simultaneous occurrence of the events, may be utilized in practicing the embodiments of the invention.
Although the invention has been disclosed in the context of certain embodiments and examples, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the invention extends beyond the specifically disclosed embodiments to other alternative embodiments and/or uses and obvious modifications and equivalents thereof. Accordingly, it is not intended that the invention be limited, except as by the appended claims.

Claims (20)

What is claimed is:
1. A system for treating skin, the system comprising:
a handpiece assembly comprising a tip along a distal end of the handpiece assembly, the tip being configured to contact a skin surface being treated;
a first canister configured to store at least one treatment material, wherein the first canister is configured to removably secure to the handpiece assembly; and
a second canister configured to store waste material removed from tip during use;
wherein an interior of the first canister and an interior of the second canister is each in fluid communication with the tip, so that the at least one treatment material can be selectively delivered from the first canister to the tip, and so that waste material can be selectively delivered from the tip to the second canister during use;
wherein each of the first canister and the second canister is configured to removably and directly secure to the handpiece assembly, such that the handpiece assembly, the first canister and the second canister form a generally unitary structure when the first and second canisters are secured to the handpiece assembly; and
wherein each of the first and second canisters is configured to be removed from and reattached to the handpiece assembly.
2. The system of claim 1, wherein the second canister is configured to be placed in fluid communication with a vacuum or suction source.
3. The system of claim 1, further comprising a fluid transfer device for transferring treatment material from the first canister to the tip, and waste material from the tip to the second canister during use.
4. The system of claim 3, wherein the fluid transfer device comprises a vacuum or suction source that is placed in fluid communication with the tip of handpiece assembly.
5. The system of claim 4, further comprising a power device configured to supply power to the fluid transfer device.
6. The system of claim 5, wherein the power device comprises at least one of a battery or a power source configured to be coupled to a central power supply.
7. The system of claim 1, further comprising at least one conduit configured to place at least one of the first and second canisters in fluid communication with the tip.
8. The system of claim 7, wherein the at least one conduit is positioned, at least in part, within an interior of the handpiece assembly.
9. The system of claim 7, wherein the at least one conduit comprises a first conduit and a second conduit, wherein the first conduit is configured to place the tip in fluid communication with the first canister, and wherein the second conduit is configured to place the tip in fluid communication with the second canister.
10. The system of claim 1, wherein the tip comprises at least one abrasive element, the at least one abrasive element being configured to abrade skin when the tip is moved relative to a skin surface.
11. The system of claim 10, wherein at least one abrasive element comprises at least one of: a protruding element, an abrasive material, a roughened surface, a contoured surface, a surface with at least one opening, a brush, a blade and a surface impregnated with diamonds.
12. The system of claim 1, wherein the tip is removable from the handpiece assembly.
13. The system of claim 1, wherein the tip comprises at least one treatment material positioned along at least one portion of the tip, the at least one treatment material being configured to at least partially dissolve when exposed to water or other liquid.
14. A system for treating skin, the system comprising:
a handpiece assembly comprising a tip along a distal end of the handpiece assembly, the tip being configured to contact a skin surface being treated;
a first canister configured to store at least one treatment material; and
a second canister configured to store waste material removed from tip during use;
wherein an interior of the first canister and an interior of the second canister is each in fluid communication with the tip;
wherein each of the first canister and the second canister is configured to removably and directly secure to the handpiece assembly, such that the handpiece assembly, the first canister and the second canister form a generally unitary structure when the first and second canisters are secured to the handpiece assembly; and
wherein each of the first and second canisters is configured to be removed from and reattached to the handpiece assembly.
15. The system of claim 14, further comprising a fluid transfer device for transferring treatment material from the first canister to the tip, and waste material from the tip to the second canister during use.
16. The system of claim 15, wherein the fluid transfer device comprises a vacuum or suction source that is placed in fluid communication with the tip of handpiece assembly.
17. The system of claim 14, further comprising at least one conduit configured to place at least one of the first and second canisters in fluid communication with the tip.
18. The system of claim 17, wherein the at least one conduit comprises a first conduit and a second conduit, wherein the first conduit is configured to place the tip in fluid communication with the first canister, and wherein the second conduit is configured to place the tip in fluid communication with the second canister.
19. The system of claim 14, wherein the tip comprises at least one abrasive element, the at least one abrasive element being configured to abrade skin when the tip is moved relative to a skin surface.
20. The system of claim 14, wherein the tip comprises at least one treatment material positioned along at least one portion of the tip, the at least one treatment material being configured to at least partially dissolve when exposed to water or other liquid.
US13/620,376 2008-01-04 2012-09-14 Microdermabrasion apparatus and method Active 2030-08-17 US9486615B2 (en)

Priority Applications (3)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US13/620,376 US9486615B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2012-09-14 Microdermabrasion apparatus and method
US15/344,357 US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2016-11-04 Devices and methods for skin treatment
US16/784,044 US11883621B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2020-02-06 Devices and methods for skin treatment

Applications Claiming Priority (4)

Application Number Priority Date Filing Date Title
US1919608P 2008-01-04 2008-01-04
US2220108P 2008-01-18 2008-01-18
US12/346,582 US8343116B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2008-12-30 Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US13/620,376 US9486615B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2012-09-14 Microdermabrasion apparatus and method

Related Parent Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US12/346,582 Continuation US8343116B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2008-12-30 Apparatus and method for treating the skin

Related Child Applications (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US15/344,357 Continuation US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2016-11-04 Devices and methods for skin treatment

Publications (2)

Publication Number Publication Date
US20130102978A1 US20130102978A1 (en) 2013-04-25
US9486615B2 true US9486615B2 (en) 2016-11-08

Family

ID=40845163

Family Applications (4)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US12/346,582 Active 2030-12-08 US8343116B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2008-12-30 Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US13/620,376 Active 2030-08-17 US9486615B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2012-09-14 Microdermabrasion apparatus and method
US15/344,357 Active US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2016-11-04 Devices and methods for skin treatment
US16/784,044 Active 2029-04-15 US11883621B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2020-02-06 Devices and methods for skin treatment

Family Applications Before (1)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US12/346,582 Active 2030-12-08 US8343116B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2008-12-30 Apparatus and method for treating the skin

Family Applications After (2)

Application Number Title Priority Date Filing Date
US15/344,357 Active US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2016-11-04 Devices and methods for skin treatment
US16/784,044 Active 2029-04-15 US11883621B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2020-02-06 Devices and methods for skin treatment

Country Status (5)

Country Link
US (4) US8343116B2 (en)
EP (2) EP3388006B1 (en)
JP (1) JP5508285B2 (en)
KR (2) KR101836310B1 (en)
WO (1) WO2009088884A1 (en)

Cited By (17)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US9662482B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2017-05-30 Edge Systems Llc Methods and systems for extraction of materials from skin
US9775646B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2017-10-03 Axia Medsciences, Llc Devices and systems for treating the skin using vacuum
US10035007B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2018-07-31 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin
US10172644B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2019-01-08 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10179229B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2019-01-15 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin using a porous member
US10238812B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2019-03-26 Edge Systems Llc Skin treatment systems and methods using needles
US10251675B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2019-04-09 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
USD862721S1 (en) 2018-07-12 2019-10-08 Michael Todd Beauty Lp Personal care appliance
US10556097B2 (en) 2008-01-29 2020-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices for treating skin using treatment materials located along a tip
US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2020-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for skin treatment
US10758261B2 (en) * 2016-11-23 2020-09-01 LCL Enterprises, Inc. Microdermabrasion systems and related technologies
US10993743B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2021-05-04 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US11020577B2 (en) 2008-01-29 2021-06-01 Edge Systems Llc Devices and systems for treating skin surfaces
US11241357B2 (en) 2015-07-08 2022-02-08 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for promoting hair growth
US11504148B2 (en) 2018-07-12 2022-11-22 Michael Todd Beauty Lp Personal care appliance
USD993436S1 (en) 2022-01-12 2023-07-25 Beauty Biosciences Llc Handheld skin cleansing device
USD1016615S1 (en) 2021-09-10 2024-03-05 Hydrafacial Llc Container for a skin treatment device

Families Citing this family (33)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US8221437B2 (en) 2009-11-25 2012-07-17 Altair Instruments, Inc. Device for applying liquid skincare products in combination with vacuum and abrasion
WO2011143490A2 (en) 2010-05-12 2011-11-17 Irhythm Technologies, Inc. Device features and design elements for long-term adhesion
US20120209294A1 (en) * 2010-10-12 2012-08-16 Riiviva, Inc. Handheld microdermabrasion device and methods of using the same
US9044582B2 (en) 2012-06-26 2015-06-02 Franklin J. Chang Apparatus and method for transdermal fluid delivery
US8858570B2 (en) * 2012-07-19 2014-10-14 Henry Ping Chang Skin treatment apparatus
US9032576B2 (en) 2012-12-19 2015-05-19 Newton Medical, Llc Apparatus with elliptical movement for microdermabrasion and topical delivery of treatments
WO2014116825A1 (en) 2013-01-24 2014-07-31 Irhythm Technologies, Inc. Physiological monitoring device
USD741482S1 (en) 2013-02-22 2015-10-20 Riiviva, LLC Collection canister for a microdermabrasion device
WO2014136013A1 (en) * 2013-03-04 2014-09-12 Koninklijke Philips N.V. A microdermabrasion device
WO2014165741A2 (en) * 2013-04-05 2014-10-09 Miller Leonard B Methods and articles of manufacture for the treatment of skin
EP2983593B1 (en) 2013-04-08 2021-11-10 Irhythm Technologies, Inc. Skin abrader
US9750533B2 (en) * 2013-04-12 2017-09-05 L'oreal Exfoliating head for a personal care appliance
US10194935B2 (en) * 2013-12-31 2019-02-05 L'oreal Shear-induced dermal infusion
US9950147B2 (en) * 2014-09-12 2018-04-24 Je Matadi, Inc. Apparatus and method for administering a skin care composition
WO2016070128A1 (en) 2014-10-31 2016-05-06 Irhythm Technologies, Inc. Wireless physiological monitoring device and systems
RU2701224C2 (en) * 2014-12-18 2019-09-25 Конинклейке Филипс Н.В. Microdermabrasion device
US10182642B2 (en) * 2015-05-13 2019-01-22 L'oreal Deep pore cleansing device configured to deliver a cyclical mechanical strain and mist to skin
US9643195B2 (en) 2015-08-27 2017-05-09 James Streetmaker Handheld soap dispensing scrubbing shower sprayer
JP6931217B2 (en) 2017-03-28 2021-09-01 コスメディ製薬株式会社 Applicator for water-soluble sheet-like preparation
CN208388721U (en) * 2017-12-08 2019-01-18 宁波希佳电器有限公司 A kind of mill pin device that can inhale foot skin dust
KR101957953B1 (en) * 2018-04-02 2019-03-15 (주)클래시스 Skin treatment apparatus recoverable of gel
KR102063178B1 (en) * 2018-04-03 2020-01-07 주식회사 엔씨바이오 Portable skin care device
USD866862S1 (en) 2018-06-08 2019-11-12 Telebrands Corp. Foot callus remover
USD888342S1 (en) 2019-01-14 2020-06-23 Telebrands Corp. Skin treatment device
US11628245B2 (en) * 2019-04-07 2023-04-18 Light tree Skin treatment device for balancing pH value of skin
JP2020179168A (en) * 2019-04-25 2020-11-05 コスメディ製薬株式会社 Applicator 2 for water soluble sheet-like preparation
US11147589B2 (en) 2019-05-22 2021-10-19 Connie Burditt Motorized callus remover apparatus
GR20190100445A (en) * 2019-10-09 2021-05-19 Ανδρεας Κωνσταντινου Λαγκης Immune system-boosting scratcher
CA3171482A1 (en) 2020-02-12 2021-08-19 Irhythm Technologies, Inc Non-invasive cardiac monitor and methods of using recorded cardiac data to infer a physiological characteristic of a patient
WO2022032118A1 (en) 2020-08-06 2022-02-10 Irhythm Technologies, Inc. Electrical components for physiological monitoring device
CN116322497A (en) 2020-08-06 2023-06-23 意锐瑟科技公司 Viscous physiological monitoring device
USD1017136S1 (en) 2020-12-23 2024-03-05 Telebrands Corp. Abrasive skin treatment device
USD1005504S1 (en) 2020-12-23 2023-11-21 Telebrands Corp. Abrasive skin treatment device

Citations (289)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US2608032A (en) 1950-08-29 1952-08-26 Pangborn Corp Suction blast gun
US2631583A (en) * 1951-11-30 1953-03-17 Eli J Lavergne Home beauty aid
US2701559A (en) 1951-08-02 1955-02-08 William A Cooper Apparatus for exfoliating and collecting diagnostic material from inner walls of hollow viscera
US2712823A (en) 1954-02-24 1955-07-12 Kurtin Abuer Brush for removing skin blemishes
US2867214A (en) 1956-02-14 1959-01-06 Ralph Luikart Ii Skin treating apparatus
US2881763A (en) 1956-08-30 1959-04-14 Robbins Noel Surgical handpiece
US2921585A (en) 1955-07-01 1960-01-19 Reinhold S Schumann Device for the treatment of skin diseases such as skin overgrowths, eruptions and the like or other skin disfigurements
US3085573A (en) 1960-03-15 1963-04-16 Jerome H Meyer Cleansing apparatus
US3214869A (en) 1963-09-12 1965-11-02 Stryker Corp Combined abrading and vacuum device
US3476112A (en) 1966-12-05 1969-11-04 Jacob K Elstein Surgical instrument for removal of thin layers
US3574239A (en) * 1968-01-12 1971-04-13 Svenska Utvecklings Ab Apparatus for washing patients hygienically
US3715838A (en) 1970-03-06 1973-02-13 Vacu Blast Ltd Apparatus for correcting misprinted matter on sheet material
US3865352A (en) 1973-11-16 1975-02-11 Minnesota Mining & Mfg Static mixing device
US3948265A (en) 1973-08-31 1976-04-06 Safwat Daoud Al Ani Medicated applicator
US3964212A (en) 1974-03-22 1976-06-22 Atlas Copco Aktiebolag Pneumatic grinding machine provided with dust removing means
US3977084A (en) 1974-08-26 1976-08-31 Tsset Scientific And Pharmaceutical Limited Dental hygienic device
US4121388A (en) 1977-07-08 1978-10-24 Hayden Dillard Abrasive surface treating device
US4155721A (en) 1974-11-06 1979-05-22 Fletcher J Lawrence Bonding process for grinding tools
US4170821A (en) * 1977-12-02 1979-10-16 Warner-Lambert Company Razor cartridges
US4182329A (en) 1977-05-31 1980-01-08 Smit Helen E Acne facial treatment appliance and method
US4203431A (en) 1977-05-06 1980-05-20 Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. Facial treatment device
US4216233A (en) 1978-12-06 1980-08-05 Stein Karl N Method for treatment of skin burns in mammals
US4299219A (en) 1979-12-17 1981-11-10 Norris Jr George P Intravenous needle insertion device
US4378804A (en) 1981-06-17 1983-04-05 Cortese Jr Thomas A Facial treatment device
DE3421390A1 (en) 1984-06-08 1985-12-12 Werner Dr.med. 4330 Mülheim Schubert High-pressure catheter with a cutting and/or abrasion device
US4560373A (en) 1983-06-06 1985-12-24 Sugino Machine Limited Surgical nozzle apparatus
US4646480A (en) 1985-10-23 1987-03-03 Inventive Machine Corporation Pressurized abrasive cleaning device for use with plastic abrasive particles
US4646482A (en) 1985-11-12 1987-03-03 Clements National Company Recirculating sandblasting machine
US4655743A (en) 1985-05-06 1987-04-07 Hyde Lawrence L Frog aspirator
US4676749A (en) 1984-03-08 1987-06-30 Ems Electro Medical Systems, S.A. Nozzle head for the hand piece of a dental prophylactic apparatus
IT1184922B (en) 1985-03-22 1987-10-28 Ginebri Otello & E R I T Di Po APPARATUS FOR THE CONTROLLED APPLICATION ON HUMAN TISSUE OF REDUCING SUBSTANCES TO REALIZE MICROABRASIONS
US4706676A (en) 1985-02-11 1987-11-17 The United States Of America As Represented By The Secretary Of The Army Dermal substance collection device
US4754756A (en) 1986-12-12 1988-07-05 Shelanski Morris V Dermatome
EP0258901A3 (en) 1986-09-03 1988-07-06 Tonokura Ika Kogyo Co. Ltd Water jet operating apparatus and liquid supply unit line used for the apparatus
US4757814A (en) 1985-02-28 1988-07-19 Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Proportional control for pneumatic cutting device
US4764362A (en) 1986-10-22 1988-08-16 The Cook Bates Company Nail-conditioning emery boards and process for making them
US4795421A (en) 1986-04-25 1989-01-03 Chesebrough-Pond's Inc. Oral hygiene swab
US4875287A (en) 1986-11-14 1989-10-24 Hydromer, Inc. Shaving articles lubricious when wet and compositions therefor
US4886078A (en) 1987-06-17 1989-12-12 Jack Shiffman Nail cleaner
US4887994A (en) 1988-07-06 1989-12-19 Bedford Peter H Applicator swabs and method of making same
US4900316A (en) 1986-10-18 1990-02-13 Azz International Co., Ltd. Vacuum skin cleaner
US4917086A (en) 1988-05-26 1990-04-17 Snyder Laboratories, Inc. Dermatome blade assembly
US4925450A (en) 1987-03-20 1990-05-15 The Cooper Companies, Inc. Surgical aspirator cannula
US4957747A (en) 1989-05-15 1990-09-18 Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. Method of treating aged skin
US5006339A (en) 1988-07-19 1991-04-09 Unilever Patent Holdings B.V. Anti-viral wipe
US5006004A (en) 1987-11-25 1991-04-09 The Proctor & Gamble Company Topical applicator for liquid
US5012797A (en) 1990-01-08 1991-05-07 Montefiore Hospital Association Of Western Pennsylvania Method for removing skin wrinkles
US5035089A (en) 1990-01-29 1991-07-30 Pauli & Griffin Blast media recovery and cleaning system
US5037431A (en) 1989-11-03 1991-08-06 The Curators Of The University Of Missouri Surgical liquid lance apparatus
US5037432A (en) * 1987-11-27 1991-08-06 Lorenzo Molinari Adjustable apparatus for removing surface portions of human tissue
US5100424A (en) 1990-05-21 1992-03-31 Cardiovascular Imaging Systems, Inc. Intravascular catheter having combined imaging abrasion head
US5100412A (en) 1988-01-11 1992-03-31 L.I.C.A. Di Rosso & C. S.N.C. Apparatus for making micro-abrasions, particularly on human tissue or on hides
US5119839A (en) 1991-05-16 1992-06-09 Rudolph James M Method and device for strengthening nails using carnauba wax
US5122153A (en) 1990-03-22 1992-06-16 Harrel Stephen K Tissue removing instrument and method
US5207234A (en) 1988-01-11 1993-05-04 L.I.C.A. Di Rosso & C.S. N.C. Method for making micro-abrasions on human tissue
US5222956A (en) 1992-07-06 1993-06-29 Altair Instruments, Inc. Surgical drill collet mechanism and bur
US5242433A (en) 1992-12-07 1993-09-07 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Packaging system with in-tandem applicator pads for topical drug delivery
EP0564392A2 (en) 1992-03-04 1993-10-06 D. Antonio Fructuoso Martinez Medical equipment, useful in the cutaneous dermabrasion technique, achieved by means of abrasive powder
US5254109A (en) 1992-12-07 1993-10-19 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Separately packaged applicator pads for topical delivery of incompatable drugs
JPH0588552B2 (en) 1985-08-22 1993-12-22 Hitachi Ltd
US5368581A (en) 1992-12-07 1994-11-29 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Method of using a packaging system with folded applicator pads for topical drug delivery
US5391151A (en) 1991-01-15 1995-02-21 Survival Technology, Inc. Subcutaneous injector
US5419772A (en) 1993-09-29 1995-05-30 Teitz; Bernard R. Surgical irrigation apparatus for cleaning and sterilizing wounds and surgical areas during surgery
US5460620A (en) 1992-07-31 1995-10-24 Creative Products Resource, Inc. Method of applying in-tandem applicator pads for transdermal delivery of a therapeutic agent
US5484427A (en) 1991-01-18 1996-01-16 Gibbons; Delmar Body vacuum
US5611687A (en) 1995-11-06 1997-03-18 Dental Concepts Inc. Oral hygiene delivery system
US5612797A (en) 1994-05-14 1997-03-18 U.S. Philips Corporation Liquid crystal projection display systems
US5674235A (en) 1995-05-10 1997-10-07 Ultralase Technologies International Ultrasonic surgical cutting instrument
US5676643A (en) 1995-02-13 1997-10-14 The Procter & Gamble Company Dispenser for friably releasing dry particulate medicaments
US5676648A (en) 1996-05-08 1997-10-14 The Aps Organization, Llp Iontophoretic drug delivery apparatus and method for use
US5683971A (en) 1993-03-18 1997-11-04 Dymon, Inc. Abrasive hand cleaning article incorporating waterless hand cleanser
JPH09294747A (en) 1996-05-01 1997-11-18 Fukutaro Yamazaki Athlete's foot treating implement
US5697920A (en) * 1991-01-18 1997-12-16 Gibbons; De Lamar Body vacuum
US5707383A (en) 1995-10-05 1998-01-13 Xomed Surgical Products, Inc. Method of removing soft tissue in the middle ear
US5713785A (en) 1997-01-17 1998-02-03 Linax Co., Ltd. Vacuum type portable sander
US5735833A (en) * 1996-12-11 1998-04-07 Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. Lavage tip
US5759185A (en) 1994-10-24 1998-06-02 Smith & Nephew, Inc. Surgical instrument
US5779519A (en) 1996-11-18 1998-07-14 Sunfiles, Llc Scented fingernail files and buffers
US5800446A (en) 1997-02-27 1998-09-01 Banuchi; Isabel M. Article and method for dermabrading
US5807353A (en) 1996-09-16 1998-09-15 Schmitz; Thomas David Aspiration device with separating element
US5810842A (en) 1994-06-29 1998-09-22 Mattioli Engineering S.R.L. Equipment for microdermoabrasion through a flow of an air/reducing substances mix
US5813416A (en) 1997-04-03 1998-09-29 Rudolph; James M. File with sanitizing agent
US5817050A (en) 1997-05-29 1998-10-06 Klein; Jeffrey A. Liposuction cannula
US5846215A (en) 1997-12-11 1998-12-08 Chesebrough-Pond's Usa Co., Division Of Conopco, Inc. Antibacterial swabs
US5848998A (en) 1996-07-11 1998-12-15 Marasco, Jr.; Patrick V. Tissue debriding apparatus
US5861142A (en) 1996-03-25 1999-01-19 Schick; Mary Pichler Method for promoting hair, nail, and skin keratinization
US5873881A (en) 1995-12-05 1999-02-23 Mcewen; James Allen Linear drive dermatome
US5882201A (en) 1997-01-21 1999-03-16 Salem; George Dental debridement method and tool therefor
US5885260A (en) 1991-05-30 1999-03-23 Mehl, Sr.; Thomas L. Freeze-dried liposome delivery system for application of skin treatment agents
US5908401A (en) 1996-05-08 1999-06-01 The Aps Organization, Llp Method for iontophoretic delivery of antiviral agents
US5954730A (en) 1996-05-10 1999-09-21 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Mixing bottle for dermabrasion treatment and method of using the same
US5971999A (en) 1995-06-16 1999-10-26 Naldoni; Moreno Apparatus for microdermabrasion by means of a jet of mixture of air/reducing substances and relating handle
US5980555A (en) 1995-11-07 1999-11-09 Embol-X, Inc. Method of using cannula with associated filter during cardiac surgery
US6019749A (en) 1998-04-01 2000-02-01 Squeezease, Llc Apparatus and method for removing material from skin pores
US6024733A (en) 1995-06-07 2000-02-15 Arthrocare Corporation System and method for epidermal tissue ablation
US6027402A (en) 1996-11-18 2000-02-22 Sunfiles, Llc Cosmetic file/buffer with microencapsulated treatment substances
US6039745A (en) 1995-06-29 2000-03-21 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Equipment for microdermoabrasion through a flow of air/reducing substances mix and relative handpiece
WO2000015300A1 (en) 1998-09-16 2000-03-23 Ultra Cure Ltd. Method for peeling of epithelial tissue and apparatus and system for use therefor
US6042552A (en) 1995-11-27 2000-03-28 Laboratoire C.C.D. Device for collecting endometrial fragments
US6080166A (en) 1995-12-05 2000-06-27 Mcewen; James Allen Direct linear drive dermatome
US6080165A (en) * 1999-03-15 2000-06-27 Dejacma; Frederick W. Self-contained disposable handpiece for a skin tissue removing apparatus
US6090085A (en) 1991-05-30 2000-07-18 Mehl, Sr.; Thomas L. Skin moisturizing and buffing device
US6129701A (en) 1998-11-19 2000-10-10 Sound Surgical Technologies, Llc Vented aspirator and method
US6136008A (en) 1998-03-19 2000-10-24 3M Innovative Properties Company Skin abrader for biomedical electrode
US6139553A (en) 1997-09-22 2000-10-31 Dotan; Simon Facial treatment implement and method
US6139554A (en) 1999-06-10 2000-10-31 Karkar; Maurice N. Multipurpose tissue resurfacing handpiece
US6159226A (en) 1998-05-12 2000-12-12 Kim; Han-Joon Tongue cleaning device
US6162218A (en) * 1997-03-16 2000-12-19 Aesculap-Meditec Gmbh Method and arrangement for photoablation
US6162232A (en) * 1999-03-18 2000-12-19 Shadduck; John H. Instruments and techniques for high-velocity fluid abrasion of epidermal layers with skin cooling
US6183483B1 (en) 2000-04-03 2001-02-06 Henry Ping Chang Peeling apparatus for removing surface portions of human tissue with purging arrangement
US6193589B1 (en) 1999-06-21 2001-02-27 Ben M. Khalaj Hand piece apparatus for abrasive cleaning devices
US6231593B1 (en) 1994-03-21 2001-05-15 Dusa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Patch, controller, and method for the photodynamic therapy of a dermal lesion
US6235039B1 (en) * 1999-02-23 2001-05-22 Roger C. Parkin Skin abrasion device
US6238275B1 (en) 1998-08-19 2001-05-29 Alva Wesley Metcalf Contained direct particle beam flow abrasion system
US6241739B1 (en) 1999-11-12 2001-06-05 Altair Instruments, Inc. Microdermabrasion device and method of treating the skin surface
US6264666B1 (en) 1998-01-26 2001-07-24 William P. Coleman Water jet for dermatological treatment
US6277128B1 (en) 1998-07-11 2001-08-21 J. Scott Muldner Skin abrasion treatment device
US6283978B1 (en) 2000-06-09 2001-09-04 Peter J. Cheski Method and apparatus for microdermabrasion
US20010023351A1 (en) 1999-12-01 2001-09-20 Eilers George J. Skin abrasion system and method
US6299620B1 (en) * 1999-03-18 2001-10-09 Aq Technologies, Inc. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US6306147B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2001-10-23 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US6306119B1 (en) 1999-01-20 2001-10-23 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Skin resurfacing and treatment using biocompatible materials
US6322568B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2001-11-27 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US20010049511A1 (en) 1999-03-17 2001-12-06 William P. Coleman Water jet for dermatological treatment
WO2001093931A1 (en) 2000-06-06 2001-12-13 Becton, Dickinson And Company Method and apparatus for enhancing penetration of a puncturing member into the intradermal space
US20020016601A1 (en) 2000-01-03 2002-02-07 Shadduck John H. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US20020041891A1 (en) 2000-06-09 2002-04-11 Cheski Peter J. Method and apparatus for microdermabrasion
US6387103B2 (en) 1999-12-30 2002-05-14 Aq Technologies, Inc. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US20020058952A1 (en) * 2000-11-10 2002-05-16 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Tissue resurfacing using biocompatible materials
US6410599B1 (en) 1999-09-22 2002-06-25 Ron Johnson Antiseptic compositions suitable for application to human tissue
US6423078B1 (en) 1999-04-23 2002-07-23 Medtronic Xomed, Inc. Dermabrasion instrument, instrument assembly and method
USRE37796E1 (en) 1997-12-16 2002-07-23 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Methods for iontophoretic delivery of antiviral agents
US20020107527A1 (en) 2000-10-05 2002-08-08 Burres Steven A. Dermabrasion and skin care apparatus
US6432113B1 (en) 1999-02-23 2002-08-13 Roger C. Parkin Skin abrasion device
US6432114B1 (en) 1999-06-16 2002-08-13 L.I.C.A. S.R.L. Device for making hydro-microabrasions on human tissue
US20020133110A1 (en) 2001-01-19 2002-09-19 Citow Jonathan Stuart Device for treatment of inflamed tissue
US20020133176A1 (en) * 2001-03-13 2002-09-19 Dermamed, Inc. Microderm abrasion device and method
US20020151908A1 (en) 2000-03-31 2002-10-17 Mallett Scott R. Microdermabrasion and suction massage apparatus and method
US20020151826A1 (en) 1999-05-11 2002-10-17 John S. Ramey Massage apparatus and methods
US6477410B1 (en) 2000-05-31 2002-11-05 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Electrokinetic delivery of medicaments
US6488646B1 (en) 2001-09-12 2002-12-03 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa Swab deliverable actives
US20020188261A1 (en) * 2001-06-07 2002-12-12 Dermacel Inc. Hand piece for use in a dermal abrasion system
US6494856B1 (en) 2001-09-12 2002-12-17 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa, Division Of Conopco, Inc. Swab deliverable actives
US20030012415A1 (en) 2001-07-10 2003-01-16 Cossel Travis M. Method and apparatus to biometrically authenticate MFP users
US20030018252A1 (en) 1995-04-20 2003-01-23 Duchon Douglas J. Angiographic injector system and method of use
US6511486B2 (en) * 2001-03-09 2003-01-28 Silhouet-Tone Ltee Dermabrasion hand tool for abrasively removing skin surface
US6514262B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2003-02-04 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US6535761B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2003-03-18 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement
US20030060834A1 (en) 2001-09-24 2003-03-27 Muldner Janelle Marie Single-hand operable microdermabrasion device
US6540757B1 (en) * 2001-07-13 2003-04-01 James C. Fallon Cartridge for use in a dermal abrasion system
US6564093B1 (en) 1995-04-23 2003-05-13 Electromagnetic Bracing Systems Inc. Transdermal active drug delivery system and method
US6562013B1 (en) 1996-07-11 2003-05-13 Pulsecare Medical Llc Kit assembly for complete wound treatment
US6562050B1 (en) 1999-11-29 2003-05-13 Vital Assist, Inc. Equipment for microdermabrasion
US20030093089A1 (en) 1999-10-20 2003-05-15 Greenberg Ronald Allan Apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles
US20030093040A1 (en) 2001-10-29 2003-05-15 Mikszta John A. Method and device for the delivery of a substance
US6565535B2 (en) 2000-06-16 2003-05-20 Nardo Zaias Medical infusion and aspiration system
US20030097139A1 (en) 2001-11-21 2003-05-22 Karasiuk Kenneth B. Microdermabrasion system and method of use
US6582442B2 (en) 2000-02-28 2003-06-24 Dynatronics Corporation Method and system for performing microabrasion
US6589218B2 (en) * 2001-01-23 2003-07-08 Teddy Garcia Suction device for removing material from skin pores
US20030167032A1 (en) 2002-03-01 2003-09-04 Ignon Roger G. Microdermabrasion fluid application system and method
US20030187462A1 (en) 2002-03-14 2003-10-02 Chang Henry Ping Tissue removal pen
US6629983B1 (en) 2000-10-27 2003-10-07 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for skin/surface abrasion
US6641591B1 (en) 1999-08-26 2003-11-04 John H. Shadduck Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US6645184B1 (en) 1999-08-09 2003-11-11 Brian D. Zelickson Tape stripping system and method
US20030212415A1 (en) 2001-11-21 2003-11-13 Karasiuk Kenneth B. Skin treatment system and method of use
US20030212127A1 (en) 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Bradley Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Method of treating actinic keratosis
US6652888B2 (en) 1999-10-04 2003-11-25 Dermanew, Inc. Method for skin rejuvenation with buffing cream
JP2003339713A (en) 2002-05-24 2003-12-02 Twinbird Corp Keratin grinding cosmetic instrument
US6673081B1 (en) 1997-10-22 2004-01-06 Tav Tech Ltd. Dermal abrasion
US20040010222A1 (en) 2002-01-21 2004-01-15 The Procter & Gamble Company And Matsushlta Electric Works, Ltd. Skin care device
US20040010269A1 (en) 2002-07-11 2004-01-15 Grimes Pearl E. Microdermabrasion composition and kit
US6687537B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2004-02-03 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and cellulite reduction
US6685853B1 (en) 1997-05-29 2004-02-03 International Business Machines Corporation Energy sensitive electrically conductive admixtures, uses thereof, methods of fabrication and structures fabricated therewith
WO2004037098A1 (en) 2002-10-21 2004-05-06 Bionoface Micro-abrasion device
US20040087972A1 (en) 2002-09-16 2004-05-06 Mulholland Robert Stephen Skin abrading apparatus
US20040092895A1 (en) 2002-11-07 2004-05-13 Harmon Kim R. Soft contact tip for use with a hand-held debridement device
US20040092959A1 (en) 2000-12-24 2004-05-13 Gabriel Bernaz Device for dermabrasion
US6743215B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2004-06-01 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and cellulite reduction
US6743211B1 (en) 1999-11-23 2004-06-01 Georgia Tech Research Corporation Devices and methods for enhanced microneedle penetration of biological barriers
US20040122447A1 (en) 2002-12-19 2004-06-24 Harmon Kim R. Brush tip for use with a hand-held debridement device
US20040162565A1 (en) 2003-02-19 2004-08-19 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa, Division Of Conopco, Inc. Abrasion device and method
US20040166172A1 (en) 2001-03-27 2004-08-26 Coni Rosati Bioctive tissue abrasives
US20040219179A1 (en) 2002-09-20 2004-11-04 Mcdaniel David H. Skin abrasive agents
US20040236291A1 (en) 1999-08-09 2004-11-25 Zelickson Brian D. Skin abrasion system and method
US20040243149A1 (en) * 2003-05-27 2004-12-02 Lee John B. Removable cartridge for a microdermabrasion unit
US20040254587A1 (en) 2001-09-12 2004-12-16 Joon Park Pedicure implement having a contoured surface
US20040267285A1 (en) * 2003-06-24 2004-12-30 Mei Yin Chang Microdermabrasion canister rack system
US20050038448A1 (en) 2003-08-14 2005-02-17 Tae-Jun Chung Skin resurfacing device
US20050037034A1 (en) 2003-05-05 2005-02-17 Rhoades Dean L. Method, apparatus, and composition for treating acne
US20050059940A1 (en) 1999-01-20 2005-03-17 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc. Skin resurfacing and treatment using biocompatible materials
US6869611B1 (en) 1996-02-08 2005-03-22 Douglas E. Kligman Composition and method of effecting superficial chemical skin peels
US20050084509A1 (en) 2003-10-20 2005-04-21 Bernstein Eric F. Use of citric acid and low concentrations of alpha-hydroxy acids for superficial skin treatment
US6905487B2 (en) 2001-08-27 2005-06-14 Maryann B. Zimmerman Dermal treatment applicator and method relating thereto
US20050148958A1 (en) 1994-06-14 2005-07-07 Rucinski Paul J. Novel wound irrigation device and method
US6924649B2 (en) 2003-02-12 2005-08-02 Dialog Semiconductor Gmbh Sensor read out
WO2005070313A1 (en) 2004-01-21 2005-08-04 Crystal Clear International Limited Microdermabrasion device
US6926681B1 (en) 1999-05-11 2005-08-09 Dynatronics Corporation Method and system for performing microabrasion and suction massage
US20050203111A1 (en) 2004-03-12 2005-09-15 Vvii Newco 2003, Inc. Compositions and methods for preventing and treating skin and hair conditions
US20050209611A1 (en) 2000-10-20 2005-09-22 Greenberg Ronald A Apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles
US20050283176A1 (en) 2004-06-22 2005-12-22 Wahson Law Advanced disposable microdermabrasion system/method of treating the skin surface
US20060002960A1 (en) 2003-12-09 2006-01-05 Paul Zoeteweij GM1 binding deficient exotoxins for use as immunoadjuvants
US7004933B2 (en) 1998-05-29 2006-02-28 Light Bioscience L.L.C. Ultrasound enhancement of percutaneous drug absorption
US7044938B2 (en) 2002-07-17 2006-05-16 La Bianco Kerrie L Skin treatment apparatus and methods
US7052503B2 (en) 1994-06-29 2006-05-30 Mattioll Engineering, Ltd. Dermabrasion apparatus and method having oval-shaped mixing bottle
US20060116674A1 (en) 2000-02-22 2006-06-01 Rhytec Limited Method of regenerating the recticular architecture of the dermis
WO2006018731A3 (en) 2004-08-18 2006-06-01 Jean Clement Edouart Gui Malak Hyperbar transcutaneous oxygenotherapy by fluorocarbon projection
US7083580B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2006-08-01 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and transdermal drug delivery
JP2006204767A (en) 2005-01-31 2006-08-10 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Skin care device
US7094252B2 (en) 2001-08-21 2006-08-22 Cooltouch Incorporated Enhanced noninvasive collagen remodeling
US20060189964A1 (en) 2004-05-07 2006-08-24 Anderson Robert S Apparatus and method to apply substances to tissue
US20060191562A1 (en) 2003-02-25 2006-08-31 Mahito Nunomura Ultrasonic washing device
US20060212029A1 (en) 2004-02-20 2006-09-21 Arcusa Villacampa Francisco J Equipment and method for reducing and eliminating wrinkles in the skin
US7115275B2 (en) 2002-09-16 2006-10-03 Zicam, Llc System for delivering a composition to the nasal membrane and method of using same
US20060253125A1 (en) 2005-03-07 2006-11-09 Ignon Roger G Microdermabrasion method and apparatus
US7135011B2 (en) 2002-12-09 2006-11-14 Jeffrey Lewis Powers Portable device for dispensing skin treatments
US20060264893A1 (en) 1999-09-24 2006-11-23 Sage Jr Burton H Method and device for abrading skin
US7153311B2 (en) 2002-09-06 2006-12-26 Tae-Jun Chung Hand piece for microdermabrasion device
US20070005078A1 (en) 2005-06-30 2007-01-04 Cosmedic R & D, Inc. System for abrading skin to remove outer portions thereof
US20070043382A1 (en) 2005-08-18 2007-02-22 Cheney Sharon A Thermal separation of impurities from the scalp, hair, and skin
US20070065515A1 (en) 2005-09-22 2007-03-22 Key Douglas J Methods and compositions for treating skin lines and wrinkles and improving skin quality
US7197359B1 (en) 1999-10-14 2007-03-27 Pola Chemical Industries Inc. Compositions for electroporation
US7198623B2 (en) 2003-01-10 2007-04-03 Ultradent Products, Inc. Fiber-coated dental infusor systems and methods of use
US20070123808A1 (en) 2004-09-10 2007-05-31 Rhoades Dean L Oxygenating cosmetic instrument having various numbers of heads
US20070156124A1 (en) * 2005-12-30 2007-07-05 Roger Ignon Apparatus and methods for treating the skin
US20070154502A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2007-07-05 Judy Hattendorf Method of treating skin requiring microdermabrasion
US20070178121A1 (en) 2006-01-27 2007-08-02 Allergan, Inc. Methods for enhancing skin treatments
US20070198031A1 (en) 2006-02-21 2007-08-23 David Kellogg Method for performing dermabrasion
US7276051B1 (en) 1998-08-07 2007-10-02 Hill-Rom Services, Inc. Wound treatment apparatus
US20070239173A1 (en) 2006-03-30 2007-10-11 Khalaj Ben M Hydro-dermabrasion apparatus and method of use
WO2007114904A3 (en) 2006-04-04 2007-11-29 Amcol International Corp Cosmetic and therapeutic stick products comprising microparticles
US7314326B2 (en) 2001-07-19 2008-01-01 4-Med Device and method for treating pathologically affected skin
US7316657B2 (en) 2002-02-15 2008-01-08 Beiersdorf Ag Massage appliance with adjustable massage characteristics and storage container
US7318828B1 (en) 2004-09-20 2008-01-15 Jacob Revivo Microdermabrasion machine
US7320801B2 (en) 2005-09-26 2008-01-22 Jack Perez Kelly Patch for treating symptoms of a skin abscess
US7320691B2 (en) 2003-01-15 2008-01-22 Pacific Bioscience Laboratories, Inc. Apparatus and method for acoustic/mechanical treatment of early stage acne
US20080027328A1 (en) * 1997-12-29 2008-01-31 Julia Therapeutics, Llc Multi-focal treatment of skin with acoustic energy
US20080091179A1 (en) 1999-12-10 2008-04-17 Candela Corporation Compact, handheld device for home-based acne treatment
US7364565B2 (en) 2001-07-27 2008-04-29 Ramot At Tel Aviv University Ltd. Controlled enzymatic removal and retrieval of cells
US20080103563A1 (en) 2006-10-26 2008-05-01 Lumiport, Llc Light therapy personal care device
US20080119781A1 (en) 2006-11-22 2008-05-22 Jonathan King Method and apparatus for treating scar tissue
US20080132914A1 (en) 2003-06-06 2008-06-05 Reckitt Benckiser (Uk) Limited Device and Method for Removing a Composition From the Skin
US20080139974A1 (en) 2006-12-04 2008-06-12 Da Silva Luiz B Devices and Methods for Treatment of Skin Conditions
US20080154161A1 (en) 2006-12-22 2008-06-26 Abbott Laura W Handheld massager
US20080193493A1 (en) 1999-10-04 2008-08-14 Dean Rhoades Method for treating skin with a pad
US20080200861A1 (en) 2006-12-13 2008-08-21 Pinchas Shalev Apparatus and method for skin treatment
US20080208146A1 (en) 2005-04-07 2008-08-28 Brandwein David H System and Method for Tool Feedback Sensing
US20080214987A1 (en) 2006-12-22 2008-09-04 Nanomed Devices, Inc. Microdevice And Method For Transdermal Delivery And Sampling Of Active Substances
US20080215068A1 (en) 2005-06-30 2008-09-04 Cosmedic R & D, Inc. Skin treatment system
US20080221548A1 (en) 2005-08-01 2008-09-11 Noam Danenberg Eradication of Pigmentation and Scar Tissue
US7427273B2 (en) 2004-03-01 2008-09-23 Japan Natural Laboratory Co., Ltd. Skin beautification cosmetic system using iontophoresis device, ultrasonic facial stimulator, and cosmetic additive
US20080287864A1 (en) 1999-09-22 2008-11-20 Rosenberg Zeil B Method and Apparatus for the Transdermal Administration of a Substance
US7458944B2 (en) 2001-10-04 2008-12-02 Beiersdorf Ag Cosmetic cleaning product
US20080300529A1 (en) 2007-06-04 2008-12-04 Farr Laboratories, Llc Skin Care Method and Kit Using Peltier Thermoelectric Device
US20080300552A1 (en) 2007-06-01 2008-12-04 Cichocki Frank R Thermal forming of refractory alloy surgical needles
US7476205B2 (en) 2005-06-10 2009-01-13 Alfons Erdmann Apparatus for treatment of patients who suffer from lesions distributed on the surface of their skin and body cover
US7477938B2 (en) 2003-06-30 2009-01-13 Johnson & Johnson Cosumer Companies, Inc. Device for delivery of active agents to barrier membranes
US7489989B2 (en) 2004-03-11 2009-02-10 Oleg Alexeevich Sukhanov System for dispatching and controlling of generation in large-scale electric power systems
US20090048557A1 (en) 2006-04-20 2009-02-19 Yehushua Yeshurun Device and methods combining vibrating micro-protrusions with phototherapy
US20090053390A1 (en) 2005-03-31 2009-02-26 Shigeto Sakou Novel Candy and Process for Producing the Same
US20090062815A1 (en) * 2007-08-28 2009-03-05 Emed, Inc. Handheld microdermabrasion device
US7507228B2 (en) 2003-06-30 2009-03-24 Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. Device containing a light emitting diode for treatment of barrier membranes
US20090099091A1 (en) 2007-06-27 2009-04-16 The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Stanford Junior University Oligopeptide Tyrosinase Inhibitors and Uses Thereof
US20090099093A1 (en) 2007-06-27 2009-04-16 The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Stanford Junior University Peptide Tyrosinase Inhibitors and Uses Thereof
US20090124985A1 (en) 2007-06-13 2009-05-14 Erik John Hasenoehrl Skin treatment device
US20090138026A1 (en) 2007-11-26 2009-05-28 Yueh-Chin Wu Water dermabrasion and skincare device and method thereof
US20090177171A1 (en) 2008-01-04 2009-07-09 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US20090192442A1 (en) * 2008-01-29 2009-07-30 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US7582067B2 (en) 2005-03-15 2009-09-01 Ted Gerard Van Acker Prepared medication applicator including a swab and a pharmacological active agent
US20090222023A1 (en) 2008-02-29 2009-09-03 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion Treatment Heads
US7597900B2 (en) 2001-03-27 2009-10-06 Schott Ag Tissue abrasives
US20100049177A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System with Combination Skin Therapies
US20100045427A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System with Security Mechanism
US20100049210A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System Upgrade Kit
US7744582B2 (en) 1998-08-11 2010-06-29 Antares Pharma, Inc. Needle assisted jet injector
US20100217357A1 (en) 2008-10-31 2010-08-26 Da Silva Luiz B Methods and Apparatus for Personal Care
US7901373B2 (en) 2004-01-08 2011-03-08 Tavtech Ltd. High velocity liquid-gas mist tissue abrasion device
US20110066162A1 (en) 2009-09-16 2011-03-17 Vandolay, Inc. Cryo-micro-dermabrasion
US20110082415A1 (en) 2008-01-29 2011-04-07 Edge Systems Corporation Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin using time-release substances
US8025669B1 (en) 2005-07-22 2011-09-27 Biorenew Labs, Llc Portable microderm abrasion device
US8088085B2 (en) 2005-06-03 2012-01-03 L'oreal Massaging and/or dispensing device
US20120041338A1 (en) 2010-08-13 2012-02-16 Seventh Sense Biosystems, Inc. Clinical and/or consumer techniques and devices
US8221437B2 (en) 2009-11-25 2012-07-17 Altair Instruments, Inc. Device for applying liquid skincare products in combination with vacuum and abrasion
WO2012145667A2 (en) 2011-04-21 2012-10-26 Sunless, Inc. Hand held skin treatment spray apparatus and system
US20130018317A1 (en) 1997-02-05 2013-01-17 Medtronic Minimed, Inc. Insertion Device for an Insertion Set and Method of Using the Same
US20130144280A1 (en) 2009-12-06 2013-06-06 Shimon Eckhouse Method and apparatus for personal skin treatment
US20130158547A1 (en) * 2011-12-19 2013-06-20 Jonathan David Fluid Skin Treatment Device
US20140343574A1 (en) 2006-03-29 2014-11-20 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US20140343481A1 (en) 2013-03-15 2014-11-20 Edge Systems Llc Skin treatment systems and methods using needles
US20160038183A1 (en) 2006-03-29 2016-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin

Family Cites Families (571)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
DE234608C (en)
US1651585A (en) 1922-05-19 1927-12-06 Clair Isidore Vacuum scalp cleaning and vibrating machine
DE599521C (en) 1931-05-25 1934-07-04 Albert Strickler Device for treating skin diseases
US2450408A (en) 1943-09-16 1948-10-05 Armstrong Cork Co Textile fiber drafting element
US3037509A (en) 1957-11-25 1962-06-05 Schutz Emil Robert Apparatus for removing skin particles from a donor area and applying the particles to a recipient area
GB1128329A (en) 1964-12-23 1968-09-25 Nat Res Dev Electrodes for making electrical contact to the living body of a mammal
US3468079A (en) 1966-09-21 1969-09-23 Kaufman Jack W Abrasive-like tool device
US3481677A (en) 1967-03-01 1969-12-02 Gen Mills Inc Marking device
US3560100A (en) 1969-03-10 1971-02-02 Spatz Lab Roll-on applicators
US3608553A (en) 1969-09-04 1971-09-28 Ultrasonic Systems Ultrasonic method and apparatus for tissue grafting
US3866264A (en) 1971-09-30 1975-02-18 Foerenade Fabriksverken Cleaning device
SE356004B (en) 1971-11-12 1973-05-14 Foerenade Fabriksverken
IT997339B (en) 1973-10-31 1975-12-30 Simoncini Giancarlo DEVICE FOR MASSAGE AND FRICTION OF SKIN WITH CONTROLLED DISTRIBUTION OF LOTIONS OR OTHER SUITABLE LIQUID SUBSTANCES
US3930598A (en) 1974-03-28 1976-01-06 Bildon Company Liquid dispensing apparatus
DE2415633A1 (en) 1974-03-30 1975-10-16 Nubert Geb Kg Head washing and massage appts for wash basins - has spray head attached to flexible ose and fitted with rotatable massage head
US4289158A (en) 1976-09-10 1981-09-15 C. R. Bard, Inc. Suction control apparatus
US4342522A (en) 1977-03-10 1982-08-03 Bristol-Myers Company Roll-on dispenser with a flexible membrane
US4225254A (en) 1977-03-17 1980-09-30 Holberg Steven E Surgical scrub system
USD255325S (en) 1977-10-13 1980-06-10 Airwick Industries, Inc. Dispensing container
USD259921S (en) 1978-05-28 1981-07-21 Pharmaton S.A. Bottle or similar article
JPS558285U (en) 1978-07-03 1980-01-19
IN152415B (en) 1978-07-11 1984-01-07 Waite & Son Ltd
JPS5534863A (en) 1978-09-02 1980-03-11 Nitto Kogyo Kk Leakage breaker
USD258348S (en) 1978-12-26 1981-02-24 Airwick Industries, Inc. Dispenser for solid material
USD260176S (en) 1980-05-12 1981-08-11 Paul B. Elder Company Phototherapy cabinet
IT211654Z2 (en) 1985-07-17 1989-04-07 Abbate Mariarosa VARIABLE DEPRESSION TREATMENT APPARATUS FOR LOCATION, AMPLITUDE AND FREQUENCY WITH ELECTRONIC COMMAND AND CONTROL.
DE3338057C2 (en) 1982-10-30 1986-03-13 Helmut 2420 Eutin Krueger-Beuster Device for washing people
USD290999S (en) 1983-10-20 1987-07-21 Becton, Dickinson And Company Vial
DE8330191U1 (en) 1983-10-20 1987-06-04 Krueger-Beuster, Helmut, 2420 Eutin, De
USD288293S (en) 1984-08-10 1987-02-17 Polycon Industries, Inc. Handled dispensing container
DE3503343A1 (en) 1985-02-01 1986-08-14 MAG Walter Frenkel Medizinische Apparate und Geräte, 7483 Inzigkofen Spiral massaging unit
US4671412A (en) 1985-11-06 1987-06-09 Gatten Robert L Stackable bottle
US4718467A (en) 1986-05-30 1988-01-12 Baxter Travenol Laboratories, Inc. Pumping module arrangement and manifold
US5834510A (en) 1986-12-23 1998-11-10 Tristrata Technology, Inc. Compositions comprising 2-hydroxycarboxylic acids and related compounds, and methods for alleviating signs of dermatological aging
USD308480S (en) 1987-03-09 1990-06-12 Reckitt & Colman Inc. Dispenser for granular material
US4866202A (en) 1987-03-10 1989-09-12 Lever Brothers Company Method for synthesizing a salt of a monoester of citric acid
USD317719S (en) 1987-07-07 1991-06-25 Bomatic, Inc. Stackable bottle
US4811734A (en) 1987-08-13 1989-03-14 Baxter Travenol Laboratories, Inc. Surgical cutting instrument
DE3740902A1 (en) 1987-12-03 1988-12-22 Ursel Schlicksupp Rotating hollow cylindrical callus rasp with suction openings and a transparent dust-protection device belonging thereto and arranged thereover
US4940350A (en) 1988-12-30 1990-07-10 Kim Yong I Fluid ball applicator with vent tube
US4990841A (en) 1989-09-19 1991-02-05 Apogee Robotics Magnetically guided vehicle
US5054339A (en) 1990-02-20 1991-10-08 Harold Yacowitz Tattooing assembly
GB9007791D0 (en) 1990-04-06 1990-06-06 Foss Richard C High voltage boosted wordline supply charge pump and regulator for dram
IT1243981B (en) 1990-10-01 1994-06-28 Fidia Spa COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF SKIN CONTAINING B-PHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE DERIVATIVES
SE9101022D0 (en) 1991-01-09 1991-04-08 Paal Svedman MEDICAL SUSPENSION DEVICE
US5192269A (en) 1991-07-24 1993-03-09 Abbott Laboratories Multi-valve manifold for drug infusion systems
US5217455A (en) 1991-08-12 1993-06-08 Tan Oon T Laser treatment method for removing pigmentations, lesions, and abnormalities from the skin of a living human
JP3165466B2 (en) 1991-08-12 2001-05-14 彰徳 原 Suction type beauty equipment
US5171215A (en) 1991-08-22 1992-12-15 Flanagan Dennis F Endermic method and apparatus
JPH0588552A (en) 1991-09-27 1993-04-09 Yokogawa Hewlett Packard Ltd Method for detecting remaining ink on printer
US5423803A (en) 1991-10-29 1995-06-13 Thermotrex Corporation Skin surface peeling process using laser
US5817089A (en) 1991-10-29 1998-10-06 Thermolase Corporation Skin treatment process using laser
DE9113987U1 (en) 1991-11-11 1992-02-13 Berens, Josef
US5387215A (en) 1992-02-12 1995-02-07 Sierra Surgical Inc. Surgical instrument for cutting hard tissue and method of use
US5405368A (en) 1992-10-20 1995-04-11 Esc Inc. Method and apparatus for therapeutic electromagnetic treatment
US5626631A (en) 1992-10-20 1997-05-06 Esc Medical Systems Ltd. Method and apparatus for therapeutic electromagnetic treatment
US6280438B1 (en) 1992-10-20 2001-08-28 Esc Medical Systems Ltd. Method and apparatus for electromagnetic treatment of the skin, including hair depilation
US5562643A (en) 1992-12-28 1996-10-08 Johnson; James B. Device and treatment for treatment of skin
DE4314362A1 (en) 1993-04-30 1994-11-03 D & P Cosmetics Ag Massager
US5388700A (en) 1993-08-17 1995-02-14 Per-Lee; Myra S. Applicator device
FR2712172A1 (en) 1993-11-09 1995-05-19 Rabier Nicolas Skin exfoliation device with open circuit
AT400305B (en) 1994-03-07 1995-12-27 Divida Ges M B H Methoden Und Instrument for the treatment of skin zones
US6277116B1 (en) 1994-05-06 2001-08-21 Vidaderm Systems and methods for shrinking collagen in the dermis
US5490736A (en) 1994-09-08 1996-02-13 Habley Medical Technology Corporation Stylus applicator for a rehydrated multi-constituent medication
US5512044A (en) 1994-10-11 1996-04-30 Duer; Edward Y. Embolic cutting catheter
AT403654B (en) 1994-12-01 1998-04-27 Binder Michael Dr DEVICE FOR THE OPTICAL EXAMINATION OF HUMAN SKIN AND THE SAME ASSIGNMENT EVALUATION DEVICE
US6322548B1 (en) 1995-05-10 2001-11-27 Eclipse Surgical Technologies Delivery catheter system for heart chamber
JP2636799B2 (en) 1995-05-31 1997-07-30 日本電気株式会社 Leachate suction device
JPH08332204A (en) 1995-06-07 1996-12-17 Akihiro Inahara Shower with suction type cleaner
US5578060A (en) 1995-06-23 1996-11-26 Chattanooga Group, Inc. Physical therapy apparatus having an interactive interface, and method of configuring same
US5879376A (en) 1995-07-12 1999-03-09 Luxar Corporation Method and apparatus for dermatology treatment
US5658323A (en) 1995-07-12 1997-08-19 Miller; Iain D. Method and apparatus for dermatology treatment
US6284266B1 (en) 1995-07-28 2001-09-04 Zars, Inc. Methods and apparatus for improved administration of fentanyl and sufentanil
US5658583A (en) 1995-07-28 1997-08-19 Zhang; Jie Apparatus and methods for improved noninvasive dermal administration of pharmaceuticals
US6245347B1 (en) 1995-07-28 2001-06-12 Zars, Inc. Methods and apparatus for improved administration of pharmaceutically active compounds
US5964749A (en) 1995-09-15 1999-10-12 Esc Medical Systems Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin rejuvenation and wrinkle smoothing
GB9520209D0 (en) 1995-09-25 1995-12-06 Cawley R Skin cleaning apparatus
US5618275A (en) 1995-10-27 1997-04-08 Sonex International Corporation Ultrasonic method and apparatus for cosmetic and dermatological applications
US6196982B1 (en) 1995-10-30 2001-03-06 Terry A. Ball Vacuum massager
US7758537B1 (en) 1995-11-22 2010-07-20 Arthrocare Corporation Systems and methods for electrosurgical removal of the stratum corneum
US6165059A (en) 1995-11-24 2000-12-26 Park; Joon Abrasive medium with selected density
US7189230B2 (en) 1996-01-05 2007-03-13 Thermage, Inc. Method for treating skin and underlying tissue
US6635035B1 (en) 2000-05-02 2003-10-21 Patrick V. Marasco Tissue irrigation arrangement
US5911223A (en) 1996-08-09 1999-06-15 Massachusetts Institute Of Technology Introduction of modifying agents into skin by electroporation
US5857995A (en) 1996-08-15 1999-01-12 Surgical Dynamics, Inc. Multiple bladed surgical cutting device removably connected to a rotary drive element
US8182473B2 (en) 1999-01-08 2012-05-22 Palomar Medical Technologies Cooling system for a photocosmetic device
US6190376B1 (en) 1996-12-10 2001-02-20 Asah Medico A/S Apparatus for tissue treatment
US6527716B1 (en) 1997-12-30 2003-03-04 Altea Technologies, Inc. Microporation of tissue for delivery of bioactive agents
US6093021A (en) 1997-06-25 2000-07-25 Rainey; J. Tim Parallel air stream dental air-abrasion system
ES1037776Y (en) 1997-07-08 1998-11-01 U B O P S L DEVICE FOR THE TREATMENT OF THE FEET.
US6104959A (en) 1997-07-31 2000-08-15 Microwave Medical Corp. Method and apparatus for treating subcutaneous histological features
US8313480B2 (en) 2004-10-02 2012-11-20 Joseph Neev Device and method for treating skin disorders with thermal energy
US7981112B1 (en) 1997-08-12 2011-07-19 Joseph Neev Home use device and methods for treating skin conditions
US6348946B1 (en) * 1997-08-14 2002-02-19 Lockheed Martin Corporation Video conferencing with video accumulator array VAM memory
US6074382A (en) 1997-08-29 2000-06-13 Asah Medico A/S Apparatus for tissue treatment
AU717885B2 (en) 1997-11-10 2000-04-06 Ronald Allan Greenberg Improved apparatus and method for micro-abrasions of human tissue and/or hides
US6113559A (en) 1997-12-29 2000-09-05 Klopotek; Peter J. Method and apparatus for therapeutic treatment of skin with ultrasound
US20020040199A1 (en) 1997-12-29 2002-04-04 Klopotek Peter J. Method and apparatus for therapeutic treatment of skin
US20060184071A1 (en) 1997-12-29 2006-08-17 Julia Therapeutics, Llc Treatment of skin with acoustic energy
US6325769B1 (en) 1998-12-29 2001-12-04 Collapeutics, Llc Method and apparatus for therapeutic treatment of skin
FR2773461B1 (en) 1998-01-14 2000-02-25 Alain Favie SKIN ABRASER WITH VIBRATING HEAD
US6149644A (en) 1998-02-17 2000-11-21 Altralight, Inc. Method and apparatus for epidermal treatment with computer controlled moving focused infrared light
WO1999046005A1 (en) 1998-03-12 1999-09-16 Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. System for electromagnetic radiation of the skin
US6666874B2 (en) 1998-04-10 2003-12-23 Endicor Medical, Inc. Rotational atherectomy system with serrated cutting tip
US6023639A (en) 1998-05-01 2000-02-08 Hakky; Said Non-invasive bodily fluid withdrawal and monitoring system
DE29808395U1 (en) 1998-05-09 1998-07-16 Ionto Comed Gmbh Hand milling cutters for cosmetic purposes
US6569157B1 (en) 1998-05-18 2003-05-27 Abbott Laboratories Removal of stratum corneum by means of light
DE19823947A1 (en) 1998-05-28 1999-12-02 Baasel Carl Lasertech Method and device for superficial heating of tissue
US6726673B1 (en) 1999-05-24 2004-04-27 Zars, Inc. Methods and apparatus for improved administration of testosterone pharmaceuticals
US6176198B1 (en) 1998-11-02 2001-01-23 Applied Materials, Inc. Apparatus and method for depositing low K dielectric materials
US6611706B2 (en) 1998-11-09 2003-08-26 Transpharma Ltd. Monopolar and bipolar current application for transdermal drug delivery and analyte extraction
US20060212025A1 (en) 1998-11-30 2006-09-21 Light Bioscience, Llc Method and apparatus for acne treatment
US6283956B1 (en) 1998-11-30 2001-09-04 David H. McDaniels Reduction, elimination, or stimulation of hair growth
US6887260B1 (en) 1998-11-30 2005-05-03 Light Bioscience, Llc Method and apparatus for acne treatment
ES2235828T3 (en) 1999-02-03 2005-07-16 Synthes Ag Chur SURGICAL SCARIATOR.
US6325381B1 (en) 1999-05-04 2001-12-04 System Seals, Inc. High-pressure rotary seal
US20040229295A1 (en) 1999-05-17 2004-11-18 Marchitto Kevin S. Activated delivery of biomolecules using electromagnetic energy
US6689380B1 (en) 1999-05-17 2004-02-10 Kevin S. Marchitto Remote and local controlled delivery of pharmaceutical compounds using electromagnetic energy
WO2000079540A1 (en) 1999-06-18 2000-12-28 Nve Corporation Magnetic memory coincident thermal pulse data storage
US6269271B1 (en) 1999-07-27 2001-07-31 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin brown spot removal
US6587730B2 (en) 1999-07-27 2003-07-01 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin brown spot removal and collagen formation
US6451007B1 (en) 1999-07-29 2002-09-17 Dale E. Koop Thermal quenching of tissue
US20030078499A1 (en) 1999-08-12 2003-04-24 Eppstein Jonathan A. Microporation of tissue for delivery of bioactive agents
US6607520B2 (en) 1999-09-15 2003-08-19 The General Hospital Corporation Coiled ablation catheter system
US7572238B2 (en) 1999-10-04 2009-08-11 Dermanew, Inc. Handheld sonic microdermabrasion porous applicator
US6355054B1 (en) 1999-11-05 2002-03-12 Ceramoptec Industries, Inc. Laser system for improved transbarrier therapeutic radiation delivery
ES1044757Y (en) 1999-12-01 2000-10-16 Sor Int Sa APPLICATOR HEAD FOR AESTHETIC AND ELECTROMEDICINE APPARATUS.
US6626445B2 (en) 1999-12-02 2003-09-30 Alcon Universal Ltd. Cart for surgical console
US6699237B2 (en) 1999-12-30 2004-03-02 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Tissue-lifting device
US6595934B1 (en) 2000-01-19 2003-07-22 Medtronic Xomed, Inc. Methods of skin rejuvenation using high intensity focused ultrasound to form an ablated tissue area containing a plurality of lesions
US7862564B2 (en) 2000-02-22 2011-01-04 Plasmogen Inc. Method of remodelling stretch marks
US6629974B2 (en) 2000-02-22 2003-10-07 Gyrus Medical Limited Tissue treatment method
US20040005349A1 (en) 2000-05-12 2004-01-08 Joseph Neev Opto-thermal material modification
CN1452465A (en) 2000-05-19 2003-10-29 雅芒股份有限公司 Apparatus for laser depilation
KR100360605B1 (en) * 2000-08-17 2002-11-18 주식회사 지인텍 Medical instruments
EP1311311A4 (en) 2000-08-24 2007-09-26 Encapsulation Systems Inc Ultrasonically enhanced substance delivery method
DK1331892T3 (en) 2000-10-18 2006-10-30 Mattioli Eng Ltd Plasma for resurfacing skin using plasma
US20020099356A1 (en) 2001-01-19 2002-07-25 Unger Evan C. Transmembrane transport apparatus and method
US6712805B2 (en) 2001-01-29 2004-03-30 Ultra Sonic Tech Llc Method and apparatus for intradermal incorporation of microparticles containing encapsulated drugs using low frequency ultrasound
USD499841S1 (en) 2001-01-30 2004-12-14 Joseph G. Angeletta Vibrating attachment for a liquid and lotion applicator
CA2340154A1 (en) 2001-03-09 2002-09-09 Marc Hoffman Dermabrasion hand tool for abrasively removing skin surface
US6938805B2 (en) 2001-03-14 2005-09-06 Kenneth Brincat Refillable bottle and system of reuse
US6800083B2 (en) 2001-04-09 2004-10-05 Scimed Life Systems, Inc. Compressible atherectomy burr
USD536481S1 (en) 2001-05-16 2007-02-06 Angeletta Joseph G Replaceable component for a liquid and lotion applicator
USD490561S1 (en) 2001-05-16 2004-05-25 Joseph G. Angeletta Combined finger-held liquid and lotion applicator and cover
USD472136S1 (en) 2001-06-20 2003-03-25 The Procter & Gamble Company Bottle with cap
US6517511B2 (en) * 2001-06-22 2003-02-11 Tzu-Chiang Yao Cleansable multi-purpose nasal discharge aspirator
USD461277S1 (en) 2001-08-06 2002-08-06 Joseph G. Angeletta Palm-held liquid and lotion applicator
US8430104B2 (en) 2001-08-21 2013-04-30 Cooltouch Incorporated Method for treatment of microbial infection
US6401289B1 (en) 2001-08-24 2002-06-11 Linda S. Herbert Skin cleaning device
US6908448B2 (en) 2001-08-24 2005-06-21 Dermisonics, Inc. Substance delivery device
US7172572B2 (en) 2001-10-04 2007-02-06 Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc. Manifold system for a medical device
EP1627662B1 (en) 2004-06-10 2011-03-02 Candela Corporation Apparatus for vacuum-assisted light-based treatments of the skin
US7485125B2 (en) 2001-12-17 2009-02-03 Smith & Nephew, Inc. Cutting instrument
US6800849B2 (en) 2001-12-19 2004-10-05 Sau Lan Tang Staats Microfluidic array devices and methods of manufacture and uses thereof
US6985870B2 (en) 2002-01-11 2006-01-10 Baxter International Inc. Medication delivery system
CA2473725A1 (en) 2002-01-15 2004-06-24 Bruce K. Redding, Jr. A wearable, portable sonic applicator for inducing the release of bioactive compounds from internal organs
AU2003222006A1 (en) 2002-03-15 2003-09-29 Robert A Ganz A device and method for treatment of external surfaces of a body utilizing a light-emitting container
KR200280320Y1 (en) 2002-03-21 2002-07-02 이명호 The device for peeling a thin skin
US6629927B1 (en) 2002-05-23 2003-10-07 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. Diagnostic ultrasound system cart with integral cable supports
US6939111B2 (en) 2002-05-24 2005-09-06 Baxter International Inc. Method and apparatus for controlling medical fluid pressure
WO2004020015A2 (en) 2002-08-29 2004-03-11 Becton Dickinson And Company Microprotrusion arrays and methods for using same to deliver substances into tissue
USD486915S1 (en) 2002-10-07 2004-02-17 Ohio Medical Instrument Company, Inc. Surgical cart
EP2522293A2 (en) 2002-10-23 2012-11-14 Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. Phototreatment device for use with coolants and topical substances
DE10249853A1 (en) 2002-10-25 2004-05-13 Liedtke, Rainer K., Dr. Flexible, plaster-type chip heating system, for thermodynamic control of topical (trans)dermal systems, including supporting matrix, electrical energy source, controlling microprocessor and electric heater
US20040082947A1 (en) 2002-10-25 2004-04-29 The Regents Of The University Of Michigan Ablation catheters
US20060264926A1 (en) 2002-11-08 2006-11-23 Kochamba Gary S Cutaneous stabilization by vacuum for delivery of micro-needle array
US20040138680A1 (en) 2002-11-26 2004-07-15 Twitchell David J. Microdermabrasion apparatus and system
US20070020321A1 (en) 2003-01-16 2007-01-25 Redding Bruce K Method for enhancing attenuation characteristic of absorbent materials useful with dermal and transdermal substance delivery systems
USD496101S1 (en) 2003-01-18 2004-09-14 Owen Mumford Limited Tip for syringe for taking blood samples
USD553005S1 (en) 2003-01-27 2007-10-16 Medical Instill Technologies, Inc. Container and valve assembly
JP2004237075A (en) 2003-02-06 2004-08-26 Samsung Kwangju Electronics Co Ltd Robot cleaner system provided with external charger and connection method for robot cleaner to external charger
MXPA05008900A (en) 2003-02-19 2006-05-25 Dermisonics Inc Ultrasonically enhanced saline treatment for burn damaged skin.
US7981111B2 (en) 2003-02-25 2011-07-19 Tria Beauty, Inc. Method and apparatus for the treatment of benign pigmented lesions
US7250045B2 (en) 2003-02-25 2007-07-31 Spectragenics, Inc. Self-contained, eye-safe hair-regrowth-inhibition apparatus and method
WO2004075731A2 (en) 2003-02-25 2004-09-10 Spectragenics, Inc. Acne treatment device and method
ES2570987T3 (en) 2003-02-25 2016-05-23 Tria Beauty Inc Dermatological treatment device, based on diode laser and autonomous
EP2277470B1 (en) 2003-03-27 2013-10-09 The General Hospital Corporation Apparatus for dermatological treatment and fractional skin resurfacing
US9149322B2 (en) 2003-03-31 2015-10-06 Edward Wells Knowlton Method for treatment of tissue
USD519641S1 (en) 2003-04-19 2006-04-25 Eric Lansohn Therapy applicator
US20050070977A1 (en) 2003-04-28 2005-03-31 Molina Sherry L. Light and magnetic emitting mask
WO2004108091A2 (en) 2003-06-06 2004-12-16 Board Of Regents, The University Of Texas System Antimicrobial flush solutions
USD533962S1 (en) 2003-06-26 2006-12-19 Angeletta Joseph G Replaceable component for a liquid and lotion applicator
US20050015077A1 (en) 2003-07-14 2005-01-20 Yevgeniy Kuklin Method and apparatus for skin treatment using near infrared laser radiation
MXPA06003466A (en) 2003-10-14 2006-06-05 Gregg S Homer Method and device for dermal retraction and collagen and elastin generation.
US20050203593A1 (en) 2003-10-24 2005-09-15 Shanks Steven C. Method for dermatology therapies in combination with low level laser treatments
KR100922744B1 (en) 2003-11-25 2009-10-22 삼성에스디아이 주식회사 Structure and method for supporting spacer of flat panel display
WO2005061042A1 (en) 2003-12-18 2005-07-07 Cms Co., Ltd. Vacuum impregnation apparatus for growing and restoring hair
US7326199B2 (en) 2003-12-22 2008-02-05 Cutera, Inc. System and method for flexible architecture for dermatologic treatments utilizing multiple light sources
US20140081251A1 (en) 2004-01-23 2014-03-20 Joseph Giovannoli Method and aparatus for skin reduction
CA2554504C (en) 2004-01-23 2009-04-07 Joseph Giovannoli Method and apparatus for excising skin
US20140031801A1 (en) 2004-01-23 2014-01-30 Joseph Giovannoli Method and apparatus for skin reduction
US8535299B2 (en) 2004-01-23 2013-09-17 Joseph Giovannoli Method and apparatus for skin reduction
USD502569S1 (en) 2004-02-19 2005-03-01 Longoria Design Llc Housing for hair coloring apparatus head
USD502288S1 (en) 2004-02-19 2005-02-22 Longoria Design Llc Hair coloring apparatus
USD502289S1 (en) 2004-02-19 2005-02-22 Longoria Design Llc Cover for a hair coloring apparatus head
DE202004020684U1 (en) * 2004-03-31 2005-12-08 Bundesrepublik Deutschland, vertreten durch das Bundesministerium der Verteidigung, dieses vertreten durch das Bundesamt für Wehrtechnik und Beschaffung Arrangement for applying 2-component skin detoxifying agent to combat skin and nerve chemical warfare agents, has separate pump bottles for supplying components to common application head
JP5065005B2 (en) 2004-04-01 2012-10-31 ザ ジェネラル ホスピタル コーポレイション Method and apparatus for dermatological treatment and tissue remodeling
GB0409446D0 (en) 2004-04-28 2004-06-02 Smith & Nephew Apparatus
GB0414113D0 (en) 2004-06-24 2004-07-28 Virulite Distrib Ltd Cosmetic uses of electromagnetic radiation
US20080015554A1 (en) 2004-07-16 2008-01-17 Cole Curtis A Treatment of skin with light and a benefit agent to mitigate acne
US20060100567A1 (en) 2004-07-30 2006-05-11 Rocky Mountain Biosystems, Inc Microsurgical tissue treatment system
US7749260B2 (en) 2004-12-10 2010-07-06 Da Silva Luiz B Devices and methods for treatment of skin conditions
BRPI0607477A2 (en) 2005-03-09 2009-09-08 Ronaldo Allan Greenberg apparatus for body shaping and skin treatment using a suction device and method using the apparatus
US7607972B2 (en) 2006-06-13 2009-10-27 Boaz Barry Groman Self-contained disposable micro-abrasive blasting tip for dental applications
US7731570B2 (en) 2005-03-10 2010-06-08 Boaz Barry Groman Micro-abrasive blasting devices with perturbation control
US9050156B2 (en) 2005-03-10 2015-06-09 Boaz Barry Groman Sealing particulate matter in a micro-abrasive blasting device
US20150351868A1 (en) 2005-03-10 2015-12-10 Boaz Barry Groman Sealing Particulate Matter in a Micro-Abrasive Blasting Device
US7293930B2 (en) 2005-03-31 2007-11-13 Kaiwin Chuang Dispenser head for fluid container
US20060235371A1 (en) 2005-04-07 2006-10-19 Shingo Wakamatsu Microscopic-spots irradiating device applying a vacuum thereto
WO2006111201A1 (en) 2005-04-18 2006-10-26 Pantec Biosolutions Ag Laser microporator
US20080009802A1 (en) 2005-04-25 2008-01-10 Danilo Lambino Method of treating acne with stratum corneum piercing device
US20070270738A1 (en) 2005-04-25 2007-11-22 Wu Jeffrey M Method of treating ACNE with stratum corneum piercing patch
US20060253079A1 (en) 2005-04-25 2006-11-09 Mcdonough Justin Stratum corneum piercing device
USD522360S1 (en) 2005-04-28 2006-06-06 Zobele Espana, S.A. Cap for containers of air-fresheners, insecticides, and the like
CN101291872B (en) 2005-04-29 2013-08-07 塞莱斯公司 Gantry tower spraying system with cartridge/receptacle assembly
US7785277B2 (en) 2005-06-23 2010-08-31 Celleration, Inc. Removable applicator nozzle for ultrasound wound therapy device
US7857806B2 (en) 2005-07-14 2010-12-28 Boehringer Technologies, L.P. Pump system for negative pressure wound therapy
USD545207S1 (en) 2005-09-02 2007-06-26 Bulgari S.P.A. Perfume container
US20070078290A1 (en) 2005-09-30 2007-04-05 Esenaliev Rinat O Ultrasound-based treatment methods for therapeutic treatment of skin and subcutaneous tissues
US20170106206A1 (en) 2005-10-12 2017-04-20 Brooke R. Seckel Method for non-surgical facial rejuvenation
US8702691B2 (en) 2005-10-19 2014-04-22 Thermage, Inc. Treatment apparatus and methods for delivering energy at multiple selectable depths in tissue
US8518014B2 (en) 2005-10-25 2013-08-27 Thomas M. Fassuliotis Surgical suction instrument
US7730979B2 (en) 2005-11-07 2010-06-08 Randy Kahrig Method of, and apparatus for, cleaning the exterior of tubing
US20070142885A1 (en) 2005-11-29 2007-06-21 Reliant Technologies, Inc. Method and Apparatus for Micro-Needle Array Electrode Treatment of Tissue
US20080200863A1 (en) 2005-12-02 2008-08-21 Cabochon Aesthetics, Inc. Devices and methods for selectively lysing cells
US20080146970A1 (en) 2005-12-06 2008-06-19 Julia Therapeutics, Llc Gel dispensers for treatment of skin with acoustic energy
US20070139630A1 (en) 2005-12-19 2007-06-21 Nikon Precision, Inc. Changeable Slit to Control Uniformity of Illumination
US7618429B2 (en) 2005-12-22 2009-11-17 Spamedica International Srl Skin rejuvination resurfacing method
US10799285B2 (en) 2005-12-22 2020-10-13 Inmode Ltd. Skin rejuvenation resurfacing device and method of use
WO2007073024A2 (en) 2005-12-23 2007-06-28 Max Engineering Ltd. Method of curing inflammatory acne by using carbon lotion and pulsed laser
US20070232987A1 (en) 2006-02-22 2007-10-04 Vicente Diaz One-hand-operated ultrasound transducer and method for delivering a controlled and uniform distribution of a sterile or a non-sterile topical reagent to skin for use in diagnostic, therapeutic, and aesthetic therapies
US7814915B2 (en) 2006-03-03 2010-10-19 Cutera, Inc. Aesthetic treatment for wrinkle reduction and rejuvenation
WO2007117580A2 (en) 2006-04-06 2007-10-18 Palomar Medical Technologies, Inc. Apparatus and method for skin treatment with compression and decompression
US20070239079A1 (en) 2006-04-07 2007-10-11 The General Hospital Corporation Method and apparatus for selective treatment of biological tissue using ultrasound energy
WO2007127339A2 (en) 2006-04-26 2007-11-08 Tyco Healthcare Group Lp Multi-stage microporation device
US20070264625A1 (en) 2006-05-11 2007-11-15 Reliant Technologies, Inc. Apparatus and Method for Ablation-Related Dermatological Treatment of Selected Targets
ITFI20060186A1 (en) 2006-07-26 2008-01-27 Maurizio Busoni DISPOSABLE ACCESSORY FOR HANDPIECES OF DERMOABRASION EQUIPMENT AND HANDPIECES EQUIPPED WITH SUCH AN ACCESSORY.
US8700176B2 (en) 2006-07-27 2014-04-15 Pollogen Ltd. Apparatus and method for non-invasive treatment of skin tissue
USD557611S1 (en) 2006-09-14 2007-12-18 V & S Vin & Sprit Aktiebolag (Publ) Bottle
US9566454B2 (en) 2006-09-18 2017-02-14 Guided Therapy Systems, Llc Method and sysem for non-ablative acne treatment and prevention
US20100030132A1 (en) 2006-09-28 2010-02-04 Jeffrey Niezgoda Apparatus and method for wound, cavity, and bone treatment
US8273080B2 (en) 2006-10-16 2012-09-25 Syneron Medical Ltd. Methods and devices for treating tissue
US20080208179A1 (en) 2006-10-26 2008-08-28 Reliant Technologies, Inc. Methods of increasing skin permeability by treatment with electromagnetic radiation
JP2010527636A (en) * 2006-11-06 2010-08-19 アードバーク メディカル, エルエルシー Cleaning and suction apparatus and method
DE102006054468A1 (en) 2006-11-18 2008-05-29 Braun Gmbh Device for removing body hair
JP2010509960A (en) 2006-11-18 2010-04-02 ブラウン ゲーエムベーハー Skin treatment device and accessories and handle part of skin treatment device
US8679128B2 (en) 2006-12-07 2014-03-25 Zimmer Spine, Inc. Apparatus and methods for reduction of vertebral bodies in a spine
KR100853655B1 (en) 2006-12-15 2008-08-25 한국전기연구원 Apparatus, light source system and method for photo-diagnosis and phototherapy of skin disease
US20080161799A1 (en) 2006-12-29 2008-07-03 Todd Stangenes Position independent catheter
AU2008209537B2 (en) 2007-01-22 2013-01-31 Corium Pharma Solutions, Inc. Applicators for microneedle arrays
US20080188840A1 (en) 2007-02-02 2008-08-07 Charles Johnson Handpiece used for cosmetic or dermatologic treatment
US8435234B2 (en) 2007-02-06 2013-05-07 Reliant Technologies, Inc. Method and apparatus for monitoring and controlling laser-induced tissue treatment
US8323253B2 (en) 2007-02-23 2012-12-04 Reliant Technologies, Inc. Method and device for tightening tissue using electromagnetic radiation
US20160018100A1 (en) 2007-03-05 2016-01-21 Micropyretics Heaters International, Inc. Compact steamer
US10271900B2 (en) 2007-04-06 2019-04-30 Rocky Mountain Biosystems, Inc Inductive heating of tissues using alternating magnetic fields and uses thereof
US10183183B2 (en) 2007-04-13 2019-01-22 Acoustic Medsystems, Inc. Acoustic applicators for controlled thermal modification of tissue
KR20090130140A (en) 2007-04-18 2009-12-17 코닌클리케 필립스 일렉트로닉스 엔.브이. Electro-mechanical massage device and wearable massage apparatus
EP2148642A1 (en) 2007-04-18 2010-02-03 Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. Electro-mechanical massage device and wearable massage apparatus
JP2010524589A (en) 2007-04-19 2010-07-22 ザ ファウンドリー, インコーポレイテッド Method, apparatus and system for non-invasive delivery of microwave therapy
US9149331B2 (en) 2007-04-19 2015-10-06 Miramar Labs, Inc. Methods and apparatus for reducing sweat production
US20080302799A1 (en) 2007-06-08 2008-12-11 Silgan Containers Corporation Metal container with screw-top closure and method of making the same
US9351794B2 (en) 2007-06-15 2016-05-31 Szymon Szymon Suckewer Methods to alter damaged mammalian skin using a multiphoton processes
US8236036B1 (en) 2007-07-21 2012-08-07 Frost Ricky A Optical dermatological and medical treatment apparatus having replaceable laser diodes
EP2190525B1 (en) 2007-08-01 2012-06-27 Syneron Medical Ltd. Device for collagen growth stimulation
US7740651B2 (en) 2007-09-28 2010-06-22 Candela Corporation Vacuum assisted treatment of the skin
US8439940B2 (en) 2010-12-22 2013-05-14 Cabochon Aesthetics, Inc. Dissection handpiece with aspiration means for reducing the appearance of cellulite
US20090118684A1 (en) 2007-11-05 2009-05-07 Da Silva Luiz B Thermal personal care systems and methods
US20090132012A1 (en) 2007-11-16 2009-05-21 Therapy Products, Inc. Method for pretreating patient before surgery
US8974442B1 (en) 2007-12-14 2015-03-10 William K. Boss, Jr. Facial area rejuvenation
WO2009086182A1 (en) 2007-12-21 2009-07-09 Carticept Medical, Inc. Articular injection system
USD584151S1 (en) 2008-01-14 2009-01-06 Kranson Industries Bottle cap
US20140194783A9 (en) 2008-03-07 2014-07-10 Stephen Feldman System and method for tattoo removal
US20150141877A1 (en) 2008-03-07 2015-05-21 Inrexrem Inc. Led and shockwave therapy for tattoo removal
EP2106780B1 (en) 2008-04-03 2016-03-09 Rodolfo Pomar Method for treating the scalp to slow and prevent hair loss and kit for performing the method
KR100855681B1 (en) 2008-04-04 2008-09-03 손기준 Mask for massaging the face
USD639164S1 (en) 2008-04-30 2011-06-07 Rexam Beverage Can Company Container body
KR102147455B1 (en) 2008-06-06 2020-08-24 얼테라, 인크 Ultrasound treatment system
US20220203112A1 (en) 2008-06-29 2022-06-30 Venus Concept Inc. Esthetic apparatus useful for increasing skin rejuvenation and methods thereof
FR2934775B1 (en) 2008-08-08 2010-08-27 Lpg Finance Ind MASSAGE HEAD AND MASSAGE APPARATUS EMPLOYING SUCH HEAD
US20220287910A9 (en) 2008-08-22 2022-09-15 Envy Medical, Inc. Microdermabrasion System with Combination Skin Therapies
EP2206483A1 (en) 2009-01-12 2010-07-14 Andrea Uterstädt Anti-wrinkle pin
US8357150B2 (en) 2009-07-20 2013-01-22 Syneron Medical Ltd. Method and apparatus for fractional skin treatment
WO2010068960A1 (en) 2008-12-15 2010-06-24 Silverbrook Research Pty Ltd Molded ink manifold with polymer coating
KR101185481B1 (en) 2008-12-30 2012-10-02 (주) 케이.아이.씨.에이 Multifunctional cosmetic device using ultrasonic wave
CN102264406B (en) 2008-12-31 2015-01-14 凯希特许有限公司 Sleeves, manifolds, systems, and methods for applying reduced pressure to subcutaneous tissue site
CN106175030A (en) 2009-01-16 2016-12-07 宝洁公司 Change equipment and the method for keratinous surfaces
JP2012518459A (en) 2009-02-25 2012-08-16 トランスファーマ メディカル リミテッド Electrical skin regeneration
WO2010102255A1 (en) 2009-03-05 2010-09-10 Cynosure, Inc. Non-uniform beam optical treatment methods and systems
DE102009014976B3 (en) 2009-03-30 2010-06-02 Jutta Munz Applicator device for applying e.g. cream on eye portion of human body, has activator device provided in upper housing part, and producing heat or coldness that is transmitted to substance contained in substance chamber
JP5566451B2 (en) 2009-04-22 2014-08-06 レイディアンシー インコーポレイテッド Skin treatment device using light and temperature
CA2763221C (en) 2009-05-26 2019-01-08 The General Hospital Corporation Method and apparatus for dermal delivery of a substance
US8597284B2 (en) 2009-06-03 2013-12-03 Biolitec Pharma Marketing, Ltd. Cosmetic rejuvenation by photodynamic therapy
US8573874B2 (en) 2009-06-04 2013-11-05 Elc Management, Llc Metal clad ceramic cosmetic applicator
EP2445548A4 (en) 2009-06-24 2014-12-24 Carticept Medical Inc Injection system for delivering multiple fluids within the anatomy
KR101727095B1 (en) 2009-07-20 2017-05-02 코닌클리케 필립스 엔.브이. Light application apparatus for applying light to an object
KR101358374B1 (en) 2009-07-30 2014-02-05 알마 레이저 엘티디. A sonotrode
CA2678143A1 (en) 2009-09-08 2011-03-08 Jayson King Containment system
US20120171636A1 (en) 2009-10-06 2012-07-05 Boaz Barry Groman Pressure-Regulating Handheld Adapter for Dental Abrasive Blasting Device
ES2413779T3 (en) 2009-10-16 2013-07-17 Shaser, Inc. Dermatological treatment device based on light
US9050133B1 (en) 2009-12-22 2015-06-09 Envy Medical, Inc. Skin treatment system with adjustable height wand
CA2781904A1 (en) 2009-12-22 2011-06-30 Avon Products, Inc. Coupling emulsions for use with ultrasound devices
CN104800900B (en) 2010-01-29 2017-11-17 凯希特许有限公司 The method that wound treatment device and control fluid are delivered to wound
US20190076193A1 (en) 2010-02-04 2019-03-14 El. En. S.P.A. Device and method for treating the epidermis
GB2478605A (en) 2010-03-12 2011-09-14 Lrc Products Hard skin treatment device
USD625198S1 (en) 2010-03-15 2010-10-12 Jason David Hall Anti-bacterial fogger
US9327105B2 (en) 2010-03-26 2016-05-03 Itrace Biomedical Inc. Active transdermal drug delivery system and the method thereof
WO2011123218A1 (en) 2010-03-29 2011-10-06 Follica, Inc. Combination therapy
US20110251523A1 (en) 2010-04-08 2011-10-13 Elcos America, Inc. Skin care apparatus and method of skin care using the same
US20110270137A1 (en) 2010-04-29 2011-11-03 Applisonix Ltd. Method and system for treating skin tissue
FR2960415B1 (en) 2010-05-27 2012-12-28 Nestis GENERATOR OF HIGH PRESSURE PULSES OF A LIQUID FOR MEDICAL AND SURGICAL APPLICATIONS
TW201143832A (en) 2010-06-09 2011-12-16 Forward Electronics Co Ltd Phototherapy patch
USD664254S1 (en) 2010-06-24 2012-07-24 Hitachi Medical Corporation Monitor for x-ray apparatus
EP2593185A1 (en) 2010-07-17 2013-05-22 Merck Patent GmbH Enhancement of penetration and action
US8562626B2 (en) 2010-08-06 2013-10-22 MoMelan Technologies, Inc. Devices for harvesting a skin graft
US9636522B2 (en) 2010-08-11 2017-05-02 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Phototherapy method and device
US9572880B2 (en) 2010-08-27 2017-02-21 Sienna Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. Ultrasound delivery of nanoparticles
DK3210591T3 (en) 2010-08-27 2019-04-15 Sienna Biopharmaceuticals Inc COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF TARGETED THERMO MODULATION
US8226663B2 (en) 2010-09-22 2012-07-24 Irina Remsburg Microdermabrasion hand piece providing automatic limitation of skin hyperextension
GB201015894D0 (en) 2010-09-22 2010-10-27 Hilditch Sharon Device
US20120109043A1 (en) 2010-11-02 2012-05-03 Yuchen Zhou Integrated skin-treatment specimen dispenser
US8679039B2 (en) 2010-10-12 2014-03-25 La Pierres, Inc. Ultrasonic device with integrated specimen dispenser
JP2014508542A (en) 2010-10-17 2014-04-10 シネロン メディカル リミテッド Disposable patch for personal aesthetic skin treatment
USD697404S1 (en) 2010-10-29 2014-01-14 Ball Corporation Beverage container
AU2011338530B2 (en) 2010-12-06 2017-06-15 Follica, Inc. Methods for treating baldness and promoting hair growth
US10716924B2 (en) 2010-12-17 2020-07-21 Srgi Holdings, Llc Systems, devices and methods for fractional resection, fractional skin grafting, fractional scar reduction and fractional tattoo removal
US10736653B2 (en) 2013-12-06 2020-08-11 Srgi Holdings, Llc Pixel array medical systems, devices and methods
US10485575B2 (en) 2010-12-17 2019-11-26 Srgi Holdings Llc Pixel array medical devices and methods
US10772658B2 (en) 2010-12-17 2020-09-15 Srgi Holdings, Llc Pixel array medical systems, devices and methods
EP2654892A1 (en) 2010-12-21 2013-10-30 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Wearable and breathable photo therapy patch
US8475507B2 (en) 2011-02-01 2013-07-02 Solta Medical, Inc. Handheld apparatus for use by a non-physician consumer to fractionally resurface the skin of the consumer
IT1403871B1 (en) 2011-02-11 2013-11-08 El En Spa "DEVICE AND METHOD OF SKIN LASER TREATMENT"
WO2012114337A2 (en) 2011-02-22 2012-08-30 Tavtech Ltd. A device for administering therapeutic substances using a high velocity liquid-gas stream
USD684059S1 (en) 2011-03-02 2013-06-11 Ball Corporation Beverage container
US20140114234A1 (en) 2011-03-23 2014-04-24 Bruce K Redding, JR. Systems and Methods for Enhancing the Delivery of Compounds to Skin Pores using Ultrasonic Waveforms
US9072533B2 (en) 2011-03-30 2015-07-07 Tria Beauty, Inc. Dermatological treatment device with one or more multi-emitter laser diode
US20120289885A1 (en) 2011-05-14 2012-11-15 William Jude Cottrell Phototherapy system
US20120302929A1 (en) 2011-05-23 2012-11-29 Vitaly Tkachenko Head mounted pulse action facial and head massager band
US9486829B2 (en) 2011-06-04 2016-11-08 Optmed, Inc. Applicator
WO2012173405A2 (en) 2011-06-14 2012-12-20 Na Jong Ju Apparatus and method for improving skin using a ra-effect or ra plus-effect
BR112014000768B1 (en) 2011-07-11 2020-12-15 Life Technologies Corporation COLLECTOR SYSTEM, ITS MANUFACTURING METHOD AND FLUID DISTRIBUTION METHOD
USD680437S1 (en) 2011-08-29 2013-04-23 Noble Organic Holding B.V. Bottle
CA2845066C (en) 2011-08-31 2020-07-28 Medic Activ Vertriebs Gmbh Fluid cartridge and dispension device
US8939669B2 (en) 2011-09-13 2015-01-27 Young Living Essential Oils, Lc Roller-ball applicator assembly for topical oils application
US20130085556A1 (en) 2011-09-30 2013-04-04 Ronald J. Gillespie Thermal body-care element and method of use of same
JP2013111451A (en) 2011-11-28 2013-06-10 Derma Dream Group Ltd Handpiece for minutely controlled skin planing
US8728064B2 (en) 2011-12-12 2014-05-20 Candela Corporation Devices for the treatment of biological tissue
USD743558S1 (en) 2012-02-03 2015-11-17 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Medical ultrasound system
FR2986980B1 (en) 2012-02-17 2021-08-27 Valois Sas DISPENSER OF FLUID PRODUCT ON THE SKIN WITH A LIGHT SOURCE.
USD678783S1 (en) 2012-03-08 2013-03-26 Leo Pharma A/S Applicator for applying preparations to the skin
EP2833818B1 (en) 2012-04-02 2016-01-13 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Light based skin treatment device avoiding liob in air
US9731053B2 (en) 2012-04-13 2017-08-15 Nili Alai Vacubrasion: universal air flow regulator and attachment for vacuum assisted microdermabrasion
US9072521B2 (en) 2012-06-08 2015-07-07 Home Skinovations Ltd. Non-invasive device for treating body tissue
US20130345661A1 (en) 2012-06-26 2013-12-26 Franklin J. Chang Skin Treatment Device
US9044582B2 (en) 2012-06-26 2015-06-02 Franklin J. Chang Apparatus and method for transdermal fluid delivery
US9186490B2 (en) 2012-06-26 2015-11-17 Franklin J. Chang Skin treatment device
US10004919B2 (en) 2012-07-03 2018-06-26 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Phototherapy patch with increased thermal insulation
EP2872222B1 (en) 2012-07-06 2023-05-31 The General Hospital Corporation Method and apparatus for dermatological treatment
BR112015000405A2 (en) 2012-07-09 2017-06-27 Koninklijke Philips Nv method of treating a skin tissue area, apparatus for treating a skin tissue area
JP5847353B2 (en) 2012-07-09 2016-01-20 コーニンクレッカ フィリップス エヌ ヴェKoninklijke Philips N.V. Skin treatment method and apparatus
US8858570B2 (en) 2012-07-19 2014-10-14 Henry Ping Chang Skin treatment apparatus
US20130317314A1 (en) 2012-07-30 2013-11-28 David Patrick Lampson Vibrating Comedo Extractor with Light
WO2014026126A1 (en) 2012-08-10 2014-02-13 The General Hospital Corporation Method and apparatus for dermatological treatment
US20140135798A1 (en) 2012-11-13 2014-05-15 Jonathan David Light therapy skin device
GB201220795D0 (en) 2012-11-19 2013-01-02 Sagentia Ltd Hair removal device and method
USD722172S1 (en) 2012-11-30 2015-02-03 Ricoh Company, Ltd. Medical cart
FR2999438B1 (en) 2012-12-15 2015-12-11 Stephane Decaux CAPSULE AND DEVICE FOR DISTRIBUTING A PRODUCT WITH TRANSMISSION OF ENERGY RADIATION IN THE FORM OF LUMINOUS ONDULATORY FORM
USD709617S1 (en) 2012-12-28 2014-07-22 Danakim Investments Limited Skin treatment apparatus
US10010445B2 (en) 2013-01-23 2018-07-03 Jonathan Isserow Treatment device using nanotechnology
US10583037B2 (en) 2013-01-23 2020-03-10 Transqtronics, Llc. Heating device using exothermic chemical reaction
US9636521B2 (en) 2013-07-12 2017-05-02 Jonathan Isserow Heat and light treatment device using nanotechnology
US9675817B2 (en) 2013-01-23 2017-06-13 Jonathan Isserow Heating device using exothermic chemical reaction
US10471274B2 (en) 2013-01-30 2019-11-12 Channel Investments, Llc Pulse width modulation control for battery-powered laser device
US9642440B2 (en) 2013-02-19 2017-05-09 Hct Asia Ltd. Applicator device or dispenser with stone tip
US20140243589A1 (en) 2013-02-26 2014-08-28 Kinkel Rowan Disposable Vibratory Apparatus
US9775645B2 (en) 2013-03-01 2017-10-03 Envy Medical, Inc. Microdermabrasion system with ergonomic handle
US9861442B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2018-01-09 Nikolai Tankovich Laser filler
EP3903704B1 (en) 2013-03-15 2022-11-02 HydraFacial LLC Devices and systems for treating the skin
US20230033761A1 (en) 2013-03-15 2023-02-02 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
KR101324255B1 (en) 2013-04-22 2013-11-01 주식회사 비에스앤코 Led light photo theraphy apparatus for face
US10149940B2 (en) 2013-07-09 2018-12-11 Nipro Corporation Connector for fluid, and syringe
US10413359B2 (en) 2013-07-18 2019-09-17 International Business Machines Corporation Laser-assisted transdermal delivery of nanoparticulates and hydrogels
KR102349218B1 (en) 2013-08-09 2022-01-10 사이트렐리스 바이오시스템즈, 인크. Methods and apparatuses for skin treatment using non-thermal tissue ablation
US9028884B2 (en) 2013-08-13 2015-05-12 Preventamedics LLC Medical delivery devices and methods for applying a barrier composition to a targeted skin surface
BR112016007476A2 (en) 2013-10-02 2017-09-12 Srgi Holdings Llc pixel set medical devices and methods
US20150113937A1 (en) 2013-10-28 2015-04-30 Delavan Inc. Enhanced fire protection for fuel manifold
EP3068481B1 (en) 2013-11-11 2020-01-01 Thermotek, Inc. System for wound care
US9227044B2 (en) 2013-12-09 2016-01-05 Amneal Pharmaceuticals Llc Applicator for applying a fluid to a surface
USD743269S1 (en) 2013-12-13 2015-11-17 Bryan Papé Growler with lid
US9775976B2 (en) 2013-12-17 2017-10-03 L'oreal Skin cleansing apparatus with oscillation motion converter
ES2875967T3 (en) 2013-12-18 2021-11-11 Novoxel Ltd Devices for tissue vaporization
FR3015300B1 (en) 2013-12-20 2018-03-02 L'oreal IONTOPHORESE DEVICE WITH TANK
EP3089683B1 (en) 2013-12-31 2017-08-30 KCI Licensing, Inc. Hydraulically actuated skin graft harvesting
JP6425124B2 (en) 2014-01-31 2018-11-21 パナソニックIpマネジメント株式会社 Massage device
WO2015134226A1 (en) 2014-03-04 2015-09-11 Alfred E. Mann Institute For Biomedical Engineering At The University Of Southern California Marking tissue surfaces for treatment of lesions by electrical nanopulses
JP2015186568A (en) 2014-03-13 2015-10-29 パナソニックIpマネジメント株式会社 massage device and massage method
US9962220B2 (en) 2014-04-27 2018-05-08 Lumenis Ltd. Modular aesthetic treatment handpiece
US20150313993A1 (en) 2014-05-04 2015-11-05 Robert T. Bock Ultrasonic Method and Device for Cosmetic Applications
US10667985B2 (en) 2014-06-16 2020-06-02 Id Lab Applicator and capsule for such applicator
KR101735933B1 (en) 2014-07-09 2017-05-16 전북대학교산학협력단 Apparatus for controlling a growth and dying the cancer cells using a blue light
US20160015962A1 (en) 2014-07-16 2016-01-21 Mehdi Shokoueinejad Maragheh Smart Patch For Wound Management
US9955769B2 (en) 2014-07-25 2018-05-01 The Procter & Gamble Company Applicator heads for handheld treatment apparatus for modifying keratinous surfaces
US10314378B2 (en) 2014-07-25 2019-06-11 The Procter & Gamble Company Cartridge assembly for a dispensing device
US9949552B2 (en) 2014-07-25 2018-04-24 The Procter & Gamble Company Handheld treatment apparatus for modifying keratinous surfaces
US10188193B2 (en) 2014-07-25 2019-01-29 The Procter & Gamble Company Applicator heads for handheld treatment apparatus for modifying keratinous surfaces
US10369073B2 (en) 2014-08-22 2019-08-06 Luis del Rosario Skin treatment apparatus and parts thereof
US9950147B2 (en) 2014-09-12 2018-04-24 Je Matadi, Inc. Apparatus and method for administering a skin care composition
PL3193761T3 (en) 2014-09-15 2021-10-18 Novoxel Ltd. Methods for manufacturing devices for thermal tissue vaporization and compression
US10149969B2 (en) 2014-09-25 2018-12-11 L'oréal Skin treatment appliance with changeable workpiece
KR102338552B1 (en) 2014-09-30 2021-12-13 엘지전자 주식회사 Dermal patch and method for skin rejuvenation
BR112017009805A2 (en) 2014-11-14 2017-12-26 Cytrellis Biosystems Inc devices and methods for skin ablation
US10179229B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2019-01-15 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin using a porous member
EP3237055B1 (en) 2014-12-23 2020-08-12 Edge Systems LLC Devices and methods for treating the skin using a rollerball or a wicking member
US9533170B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2017-01-03 Catherine L. Dye Multicolor light emitting diode treatment system with uniform illumination
DE102015000150B4 (en) 2015-01-03 2019-11-21 Lenicura Gmbh Device for the treatment of hidradenitis suppurativa
US10912428B2 (en) 2015-02-12 2021-02-09 Visibelle Derma Institute, Inc. Tip for skin cleansing device
US10252044B2 (en) 2015-02-27 2019-04-09 Robert T. Bock Consultancy, Llc Ultrasonic method and device for cosmetic applications
US10874579B1 (en) 2015-03-11 2020-12-29 Reginald Rembert Wearable massager
US10737080B2 (en) 2015-05-19 2020-08-11 Miisha Patterson Scalp treatment tool
US10076646B2 (en) 2015-05-22 2018-09-18 L'oreal Rolling applicator for treating skin conditions
EP3302319B1 (en) 2015-06-03 2019-04-10 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Microdermabrasion device with skin dome measurement to adjust vacuum setting
USD765512S1 (en) 2015-06-25 2016-09-06 Pierre Joulia Dispenser of cosmetic products
US10095233B2 (en) 2015-06-29 2018-10-09 The Boeing Company Mobile robotic system for guiding an automated vehicle along a reconfigurable continuous path defined by a floor assembly and method thereof
EP3319573A4 (en) 2015-07-08 2019-01-23 Edge Systems LLC Devices, systems and methods for promoting hair growth
KR101558948B1 (en) 2015-08-11 2015-10-08 김유인 A medical improving skin wrinkles using a laser pulse peak
US20170043150A1 (en) 2015-08-13 2017-02-16 Seoulin Medi Care Co., Ltd. Skin care device
US10456321B2 (en) 2015-08-25 2019-10-29 John H. Shadduck Fluid skin treatment systems and methods
WO2017032634A1 (en) 2015-08-26 2017-03-02 Koninklijke Philips N.V. Skin-abrading surface that releases agents to the skin
TWI592112B (en) 2015-09-09 2017-07-21 泰金寶電通股份有限公司 Skin care device
JP1553958S (en) 2015-09-09 2016-07-19
USD782881S1 (en) 2015-10-30 2017-04-04 Yeti Coolers, Llc Bottle
WO2017083575A1 (en) 2015-11-13 2017-05-18 Omer Peled Method and apparatus for use of ice crystals in aesthetic and cosmetic procedures
USD772481S1 (en) 2015-12-07 2016-11-22 Intel Plastics Inc. Applicator
TWD181857S (en) 2015-12-18 2017-03-11 路易威登馬爾悌耶公司 Perfume bottle
KR101713579B1 (en) 2015-12-22 2017-03-09 (주)아모레퍼시픽 Massage apparatus to be skin lifting
AU2017200101A1 (en) 2016-01-07 2017-07-27 Hld Healthy Life Devices Oy Arrangement in connection with low pressure suction apparatus
US10195635B2 (en) 2016-01-25 2019-02-05 Porex Corporation Multicomponent sintered porous liquid applicator nibs
JP2019511343A (en) 2016-02-09 2019-04-25 ルマ セラピューティクス,インク.Luma Therapeutics,Inc. Methods, compositions and devices for treating psoriasis with phototherapy
USD833283S1 (en) 2016-02-11 2018-11-13 Fragrance And Skincare S.L. Perfume bottle
US11484906B2 (en) 2016-02-18 2022-11-01 Daonic Co., Ltd. Handpiece of skin care device
ITUA20161370A1 (en) 2016-03-04 2017-09-04 El En Spa COAXIAL CABLE APPLICATOR, UNIT INCLUDING THE DEVICE AND METHOD
USD811381S1 (en) 2016-03-09 2018-02-27 Ricoh Company, Ltd. Terminal
KR20230078826A (en) 2016-03-23 2023-06-02 솔리톤, 인코포레이티드 Pulsed acoustic wave dermal clearing system and method
JP1567974S (en) 2016-03-28 2017-01-30
US20200114116A1 (en) 2016-04-06 2020-04-16 Sonusmed, Incorporated Therapeutic vibration system
US20170291007A1 (en) 2016-04-06 2017-10-12 Sonusmed, Incorporated Therapeutic Vibration System
USD804047S1 (en) 2016-04-08 2017-11-28 Lexington International, Llc Curved light emitting hands free device
USD787054S1 (en) 2016-04-14 2017-05-16 Becton, Dickinson And Company Pen needle hub
US11247039B2 (en) 2016-05-03 2022-02-15 Btl Healthcare Technologies A.S. Device including RF source of energy and vacuum system
US20210236836A1 (en) 2016-05-10 2021-08-05 Btl Medical Technologies S.R.O. Aesthetic method of biological structure treatment by magnetic field
US20170343308A1 (en) 2016-05-24 2017-11-30 Nlb Corp. Cleaning system and method
GB2555071A (en) 2016-05-24 2018-04-25 Bangor Univ Skin treatment apparatus
US20170340356A1 (en) 2016-05-25 2017-11-30 Presser Direct, Llc Vented tip for fixed-abrasive microdermabrasion with vacuum-assisted debris removal
US10456567B2 (en) 2016-06-30 2019-10-29 L'oreal Topical cooled dermal device
FR3054121A1 (en) 2016-07-22 2018-01-26 Universite de Bordeaux DERMATOLOGICAL DIAGNOSTIC AND TREATMENT SYSTEM
US20210275406A1 (en) 2016-07-25 2021-09-09 Allan Danto System and method for treating skin and areas proximate thereto
BR112019001476A2 (en) 2016-07-25 2019-05-07 Med-Aesthetic Solutions, Inc. positive pressure skin exfoliating system and method for dermal exfoliation for skin rejuvenation
USD831201S1 (en) 2016-08-29 2018-10-16 Medela Holding Ag Safety valve component for a breastmilk collection system
CA3037490A1 (en) 2016-09-21 2018-03-29 Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc. Devices and methods for cosmetic skin resurfacing
US20190070069A1 (en) 2016-10-14 2019-03-07 Olympic Ophthalmics, Inc. Quiet handheld devices and methods for treatment of disorders
KR20190085006A (en) 2016-11-08 2019-07-17 메사추세츠 인스티튜트 오브 테크놀로지 Systems and methods for facial treatment and deformation detection
CA3037832C (en) 2016-11-22 2023-03-14 Wellscare Co., Ltd Laser patch and laser patch procedure set including same
USD825763S1 (en) 2016-11-22 2018-08-14 Samsung Medison Co., Ltd. Ultrasound diagnostic unit
US10758261B2 (en) 2016-11-23 2020-09-01 LCL Enterprises, Inc. Microdermabrasion systems and related technologies
US9744315B1 (en) 2016-11-28 2017-08-29 Heat In A Click LLC Skin treatment apparatus
US20180185675A1 (en) 2016-12-15 2018-07-05 Nse Products, Inc. Device and methods for topical application of fluids to skin
KR102276229B1 (en) 2016-12-23 2021-07-13 더 제너럴 하스피탈 코포레이션 Method and apparatus for selective processing of biological tissue
US10952907B1 (en) 2017-02-18 2021-03-23 Tag Off LLC Acrochordon excising bandage
FR3063609B1 (en) 2017-03-09 2019-03-29 Aptar France Sas FLUID PRODUCT DISPENSING AND APPLICATION ASSEMBLY.
JP6931217B2 (en) 2017-03-28 2021-09-01 コスメディ製薬株式会社 Applicator for water-soluble sheet-like preparation
JP1609356S (en) 2017-03-30 2018-07-17
USD861913S1 (en) 2017-04-20 2019-10-01 Biomerieux, Inc. Fluid testing device
US10524835B2 (en) 2017-04-25 2020-01-07 John H. Shadduck Fluid skin treatment systems and methods
WO2018195655A1 (en) 2017-04-25 2018-11-01 9485562 Canada Inc. Endoscope cleaning station having leak tester and high-pressure port
USD836781S1 (en) 2017-04-28 2018-12-25 General Electric Company Monitor and cabinet in combination
WO2018213716A1 (en) 2017-05-19 2018-11-22 Sciton, Inc. Systems and methods for treating skin
KR20200016934A (en) 2017-06-07 2020-02-17 케이씨아이 라이센싱 인코포레이티드 Composite dressing for improving childcare and reducing smoke by using negative pressure treatment
WO2018225040A1 (en) 2017-06-08 2018-12-13 Gunnar Myhr System for the rejuvenation and removal of wrinkles of the skin
US20190009110A1 (en) 2017-07-06 2019-01-10 Slender Medical Ltd. Ultrasound energy applicator
USD873430S1 (en) 2017-07-13 2020-01-21 Lin Zhou Bio-spectrum therapeutic apparatus
US11590345B2 (en) 2017-08-08 2023-02-28 Pulse Biosciences, Inc. Treatment of tissue by the application of energy
US10850095B2 (en) 2017-08-08 2020-12-01 Pulse Biosciences, Inc. Treatment of tissue by the application of energy
US10092478B1 (en) 2017-09-06 2018-10-09 Noah Amit Method and system for treating skin associated with the face and neck
US10857347B2 (en) 2017-09-19 2020-12-08 Pulse Biosciences, Inc. Treatment instrument and high-voltage connectors for robotic surgical system
GB2566703A (en) 2017-09-20 2019-03-27 Fourth State Medicine Ltd Control of thermal plasma generation
USD886370S1 (en) 2017-10-03 2020-06-02 Cosmogen Sas Cosmetic applicator
US20210393478A1 (en) 2017-10-18 2021-12-23 Raja Bhatti Hand-attached controlled eccentric vibration device
US20210236342A1 (en) 2017-10-24 2021-08-05 Kci Licensing, Inc. Wound Dressings and Systems with Low-Flow Therapeutic Gas Sources for Topical Wound Therapy and Related Methods
US11691866B2 (en) 2017-11-14 2023-07-04 Sartorius Stedim North America Inc. System for simultaneous distribution of fluid to multiple vessels and method of using the same
KR102196717B1 (en) 2017-11-15 2020-12-30 엘지전자 주식회사 Skin care device
US10307330B1 (en) 2017-11-16 2019-06-04 Filip Sedic Skincare devices and methods of use
US10441763B2 (en) 2017-11-17 2019-10-15 Esthetic Education LLC Sterile applicator assembly
USD868981S1 (en) 2017-12-14 2019-12-03 Respiderm Corporation Humidification apparatus
US20190183562A1 (en) 2017-12-15 2019-06-20 Life Care Medical Devices Limited Skin wrinkle treatment
USD851759S1 (en) 2018-01-17 2019-06-18 Site Saver, Inc. Breakaway connector for medical lines
CA3089137A1 (en) 2018-02-07 2019-08-15 Cynosure, Inc. Methods and apparatus for controlled rf treatments and rf generator system
WO2019161038A1 (en) 2018-02-16 2019-08-22 Exploramed V Llc Acne treatment system and methods
FR3078116B1 (en) 2018-02-22 2021-09-10 Ksb Sas FINGER PUMP
EP3755356A4 (en) 2018-02-24 2022-03-02 Clearskin Ltd Compositions, devices, systems, kits and methods for the treatment of a skin condition
US10799606B2 (en) 2018-04-27 2020-10-13 KleanTouch LLC Sanitizing door handle fluid container assembly
USD873481S1 (en) 2018-05-15 2020-01-21 Dastmalchi LLC Applicator stick
US11090506B2 (en) 2018-05-15 2021-08-17 Omm Imports, Inc. Disposable product cap and assembly having a manually usable thermo-optical device for skin care
US11337745B2 (en) 2018-05-29 2022-05-24 Ilooda Co., Ltd. Device for treatment of acne and control method of the same
US11504148B2 (en) 2018-07-12 2022-11-22 Michael Todd Beauty Lp Personal care appliance
US20200030627A1 (en) 2018-07-26 2020-01-30 Azulite, Inc. Adhesive phototherapy method, system, and devices for acne
US20210393975A1 (en) 2018-07-26 2021-12-23 Azuite, Inc. Adhesive phototherapy method, system, and devices
WO2020062153A1 (en) 2018-09-29 2020-04-02 冠晶光電股份有限公司 Phototherapy device
USD893024S1 (en) 2018-10-01 2020-08-11 Hf Scientific, Inc. Cap for a solution bag
CN112823035A (en) 2018-10-10 2021-05-18 脉冲生物科学有限公司 Treatment of sebaceous glands by applying non-thermal energy
US20210393974A1 (en) 2018-10-15 2021-12-23 Massachusetts Institute Of Technology Led therapy mask
MX2021004642A (en) 2018-10-23 2021-07-02 Aesthetics Biomedical Inc Methods, devices and systems for inducing collagen regeneration.
KR20200070095A (en) 2018-12-07 2020-06-17 울산과학기술원 Cooling device and cooling method
US20200179220A1 (en) 2018-12-10 2020-06-11 JJJ Health LLC Cupping device and method for facial and skin treatment
USD886372S1 (en) 2018-12-21 2020-06-02 Elc Management Llc Combined cosmetic jar and cap
KR102477173B1 (en) 2019-01-17 2022-12-14 주식회사 아모센스 patch type skin care device
US10918190B2 (en) 2019-01-25 2021-02-16 Kim A. Laudati Rose quartz and/or jade multi-roller applicator and container apparatus
US20220126014A1 (en) 2019-02-04 2022-04-28 The Regents Of The University Of Michigan Device and method for wound irrigation and debridement
US11701522B2 (en) 2019-02-07 2023-07-18 Weinberg Medical Physics Inc System, methodologies and components for skin sculpting with magnetic particles
EP3937805A4 (en) 2019-03-13 2022-12-07 FKA Distributing Co., LLC Skin treatment apparatus with cooling member
US20200288843A1 (en) 2019-03-14 2020-09-17 Johann Verheem Device for Treating Human Skin, Hair and Nails
US11666776B2 (en) 2019-03-14 2023-06-06 Johann Verheem Light treatment device
WO2020190102A1 (en) 2019-03-21 2020-09-24 서울바이오시스 주식회사 Light irradiation device
US20200306555A1 (en) 2019-04-01 2020-10-01 John Oscar Alexander Ebbesson Compact Portable Body Tanning and Light Therapy Apparatus
JP2022527544A (en) 2019-04-03 2022-06-02 ソリトン, インコーポレイテッド Systems, devices, and methods for treating tissues and cellulite with non-invasive acoustic subcisions
US11628245B2 (en) 2019-04-07 2023-04-18 Light tree Skin treatment device for balancing pH value of skin
JP2020179168A (en) 2019-04-25 2020-11-05 コスメディ製薬株式会社 Applicator 2 for water soluble sheet-like preparation
US20220054189A1 (en) 2019-05-02 2022-02-24 Aesthetics Biomedical, Inc. Uniform diffusion of radiofrequency heating by electrode array
US11888283B2 (en) 2019-05-03 2024-01-30 Jeisys Medical Inc. Laser device for skin treatment
USD908282S1 (en) 2019-05-10 2021-01-19 Yonwoo Co., Ltd. Container for cosmetics
KR20200132478A (en) 2019-05-17 2020-11-25 엘지이노텍 주식회사 Mask and skin care device including the same
US10688290B1 (en) 2019-05-30 2020-06-23 Dead Sea Premier Cosmetics Laboratories Ltd. Personal anti-wrinkle device
WO2020242141A1 (en) 2019-05-30 2020-12-03 주식회사 아모라이프사이언스 Led patch for skin care apparatus and skin care apparatus comprising same
US20200390468A1 (en) 2019-06-14 2020-12-17 Age Sciences, Inc. Dba Pmd Beauty Abrasive skin care appliances
KR20200142906A (en) 2019-06-14 2020-12-23 주식회사 아모라이프사이언스 heating patch for skin care
CN113993418B (en) 2019-06-14 2023-04-28 Lg伊诺特有限公司 Mask and skin care device comprising same
KR102441833B1 (en) 2019-06-14 2022-09-13 주식회사 아모센스 Mask for Skincare
GB2585066B (en) 2019-06-27 2021-08-04 Tube Tech International Ltd Tube cleaning robot
GB201909265D0 (en) 2019-06-27 2019-08-14 Tube Tech International Ltd Tube cleaning robot
FR3099037B1 (en) 2019-07-26 2022-06-24 Oreal Pipette for dispensing a cosmetic product comprising an insert for receiving a ball, associated device and method
US20210052292A1 (en) 2019-08-19 2021-02-25 Zlasers Ltd. Laser shockwave system and method
US10675481B1 (en) 2019-08-20 2020-06-09 Nikolai Tankovich Laser system for multiple beam tissue therapy
USD887571S1 (en) 2019-11-01 2020-06-16 Dongguan Lescolton Intelligent Electrical Appliance Co., Ltd Photon beauty instrument
KR20220110542A (en) 2019-12-03 2022-08-08 소렌토 쎄라퓨틱스, 인코포레이티드 Fluid delivery device with microneedle
KR102399707B1 (en) 2019-12-23 2022-05-19 엘지전자 주식회사 Skin care device
USD917290S1 (en) 2019-12-31 2021-04-27 Billie, Inc. Bottle
US11291474B2 (en) 2020-01-06 2022-04-05 Ed F. Nicolas Skin treatment tool applicator tip
US11766548B2 (en) 2020-01-21 2023-09-26 Korea Institute Of Science And Technology Phototherapeutic needle patches and methods of manufacturing the same
USD928977S1 (en) 2020-02-06 2021-08-24 Light Tree Ventures Holding B.V. LED acne treatment device
USD927008S1 (en) 2020-02-19 2021-08-03 Marci Beauty, Llc Light-emitting beauty device
US20210259914A1 (en) 2020-02-21 2021-08-26 Omega Dolor Inc. Systems and methods for pain management
US20210267625A1 (en) 2020-02-28 2021-09-02 Tag Off LLC Skin Growth Excision Apparatus
KR102347530B1 (en) 2020-02-28 2022-01-07 (주)라메디텍 Apparatus for irradiating laser
WO2021177539A1 (en) 2020-03-02 2021-09-10 셀바이오코리아 주식회사 Spontaneous emission type light-conversion material for light therapy, and functional patch and functional mask pack comprising same
KR20210114738A (en) 2020-03-11 2021-09-24 주식회사 에보레이 Micro light therapy apparatus for treating skin disease and healing wounds
US20210330356A1 (en) 2020-04-12 2021-10-28 Image Derm, Inc. Device for fluid treatment of the skin
US20210361525A1 (en) 2020-05-25 2021-11-25 Electronics And Telecommunications Research Institute Vibratory stimulation device and vibratory stimulation system including the same
WO2022006587A1 (en) 2020-06-30 2022-01-06 Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. Device and method for controlling treatment for a skin condition using a tracer
EP3932380A1 (en) 2020-07-01 2022-01-05 Braun GmbH Skin treatment device
US20220087891A1 (en) 2020-09-23 2022-03-24 Modii Health Inc. Systems And Methods For Multi Modal Personalized Topical Pain Relief
KR102412807B1 (en) 2020-10-08 2022-06-24 주식회사 루토닉스 Iontophoresis based patch type skin care device
US20220117632A1 (en) 2020-10-20 2022-04-21 Altair Instruments, Inc. Multifunction microdermabrasion wand
US20220125706A1 (en) 2020-10-28 2022-04-28 Low Impact, LLC Microstructured Textile with Microencapsulated Compounds
WO2022099318A1 (en) 2020-11-09 2022-05-12 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
TWD214226S (en) 2020-12-31 2021-09-21 寶力旺健康科技股份有限公司 Phototherapy machine
US20220362529A1 (en) 2021-05-12 2022-11-17 CARISMED Corporation Multi-modality skin treatment device
US20230014299A1 (en) 2021-06-04 2023-01-19 John B. Lee, Jr. Systems and methods for laser treatment of a dermatologic condition
US20230062185A1 (en) 2021-09-02 2023-03-02 Therabody, Inc. Mask with vibration and light therapy
WO2023039524A1 (en) 2021-09-10 2023-03-16 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US20230104221A1 (en) 2021-10-06 2023-04-06 Oren Aharon Rejuvenating laser drilling apparatus
WO2023064718A1 (en) 2021-10-11 2023-04-20 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
KR20230054086A (en) 2021-10-15 2023-04-24 주식회사 루트로닉 Treatment apparatus using radio-frequency energy, control method for that and treatment method using that

Patent Citations (366)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US2608032A (en) 1950-08-29 1952-08-26 Pangborn Corp Suction blast gun
US2701559A (en) 1951-08-02 1955-02-08 William A Cooper Apparatus for exfoliating and collecting diagnostic material from inner walls of hollow viscera
US2631583A (en) * 1951-11-30 1953-03-17 Eli J Lavergne Home beauty aid
US2712823A (en) 1954-02-24 1955-07-12 Kurtin Abuer Brush for removing skin blemishes
US2921585A (en) 1955-07-01 1960-01-19 Reinhold S Schumann Device for the treatment of skin diseases such as skin overgrowths, eruptions and the like or other skin disfigurements
US2867214A (en) 1956-02-14 1959-01-06 Ralph Luikart Ii Skin treating apparatus
US2881763A (en) 1956-08-30 1959-04-14 Robbins Noel Surgical handpiece
US3085573A (en) 1960-03-15 1963-04-16 Jerome H Meyer Cleansing apparatus
US3214869A (en) 1963-09-12 1965-11-02 Stryker Corp Combined abrading and vacuum device
US3476112A (en) 1966-12-05 1969-11-04 Jacob K Elstein Surgical instrument for removal of thin layers
US3574239A (en) * 1968-01-12 1971-04-13 Svenska Utvecklings Ab Apparatus for washing patients hygienically
US3715838A (en) 1970-03-06 1973-02-13 Vacu Blast Ltd Apparatus for correcting misprinted matter on sheet material
US3948265A (en) 1973-08-31 1976-04-06 Safwat Daoud Al Ani Medicated applicator
US3865352A (en) 1973-11-16 1975-02-11 Minnesota Mining & Mfg Static mixing device
US3964212A (en) 1974-03-22 1976-06-22 Atlas Copco Aktiebolag Pneumatic grinding machine provided with dust removing means
US3977084A (en) 1974-08-26 1976-08-31 Tsset Scientific And Pharmaceutical Limited Dental hygienic device
US4155721A (en) 1974-11-06 1979-05-22 Fletcher J Lawrence Bonding process for grinding tools
US4203431A (en) 1977-05-06 1980-05-20 Matsushita Electric Works, Ltd. Facial treatment device
US4182329A (en) 1977-05-31 1980-01-08 Smit Helen E Acne facial treatment appliance and method
US4121388A (en) 1977-07-08 1978-10-24 Hayden Dillard Abrasive surface treating device
US4170821A (en) * 1977-12-02 1979-10-16 Warner-Lambert Company Razor cartridges
US4170821B1 (en) * 1977-12-02 1992-10-20 Warner Lambert Co
US4216233A (en) 1978-12-06 1980-08-05 Stein Karl N Method for treatment of skin burns in mammals
US4299219A (en) 1979-12-17 1981-11-10 Norris Jr George P Intravenous needle insertion device
US4378804A (en) 1981-06-17 1983-04-05 Cortese Jr Thomas A Facial treatment device
US4560373A (en) 1983-06-06 1985-12-24 Sugino Machine Limited Surgical nozzle apparatus
US4676749A (en) 1984-03-08 1987-06-30 Ems Electro Medical Systems, S.A. Nozzle head for the hand piece of a dental prophylactic apparatus
DE3421390A1 (en) 1984-06-08 1985-12-12 Werner Dr.med. 4330 Mülheim Schubert High-pressure catheter with a cutting and/or abrasion device
US4706676A (en) 1985-02-11 1987-11-17 The United States Of America As Represented By The Secretary Of The Army Dermal substance collection device
US4757814A (en) 1985-02-28 1988-07-19 Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Proportional control for pneumatic cutting device
IT1184922B (en) 1985-03-22 1987-10-28 Ginebri Otello & E R I T Di Po APPARATUS FOR THE CONTROLLED APPLICATION ON HUMAN TISSUE OF REDUCING SUBSTANCES TO REALIZE MICROABRASIONS
US4655743A (en) 1985-05-06 1987-04-07 Hyde Lawrence L Frog aspirator
JPH0588552B2 (en) 1985-08-22 1993-12-22 Hitachi Ltd
US4646480A (en) 1985-10-23 1987-03-03 Inventive Machine Corporation Pressurized abrasive cleaning device for use with plastic abrasive particles
US4646482A (en) 1985-11-12 1987-03-03 Clements National Company Recirculating sandblasting machine
US4795421A (en) 1986-04-25 1989-01-03 Chesebrough-Pond's Inc. Oral hygiene swab
EP0258901A3 (en) 1986-09-03 1988-07-06 Tonokura Ika Kogyo Co. Ltd Water jet operating apparatus and liquid supply unit line used for the apparatus
US4900316A (en) 1986-10-18 1990-02-13 Azz International Co., Ltd. Vacuum skin cleaner
US4764362A (en) 1986-10-22 1988-08-16 The Cook Bates Company Nail-conditioning emery boards and process for making them
US4875287A (en) 1986-11-14 1989-10-24 Hydromer, Inc. Shaving articles lubricious when wet and compositions therefor
US4754756A (en) 1986-12-12 1988-07-05 Shelanski Morris V Dermatome
US4925450A (en) 1987-03-20 1990-05-15 The Cooper Companies, Inc. Surgical aspirator cannula
US4886078A (en) 1987-06-17 1989-12-12 Jack Shiffman Nail cleaner
US5006004A (en) 1987-11-25 1991-04-09 The Proctor & Gamble Company Topical applicator for liquid
US5037432A (en) * 1987-11-27 1991-08-06 Lorenzo Molinari Adjustable apparatus for removing surface portions of human tissue
US5207234A (en) 1988-01-11 1993-05-04 L.I.C.A. Di Rosso & C.S. N.C. Method for making micro-abrasions on human tissue
US5100412A (en) 1988-01-11 1992-03-31 L.I.C.A. Di Rosso & C. S.N.C. Apparatus for making micro-abrasions, particularly on human tissue or on hides
US4917086A (en) 1988-05-26 1990-04-17 Snyder Laboratories, Inc. Dermatome blade assembly
US4887994A (en) 1988-07-06 1989-12-19 Bedford Peter H Applicator swabs and method of making same
US5006339A (en) 1988-07-19 1991-04-09 Unilever Patent Holdings B.V. Anti-viral wipe
US4957747A (en) 1989-05-15 1990-09-18 Stiefel Laboratories, Inc. Method of treating aged skin
US5037431A (en) 1989-11-03 1991-08-06 The Curators Of The University Of Missouri Surgical liquid lance apparatus
US5012797A (en) 1990-01-08 1991-05-07 Montefiore Hospital Association Of Western Pennsylvania Method for removing skin wrinkles
US5035089A (en) 1990-01-29 1991-07-30 Pauli & Griffin Blast media recovery and cleaning system
US5122153A (en) 1990-03-22 1992-06-16 Harrel Stephen K Tissue removing instrument and method
US5100424A (en) 1990-05-21 1992-03-31 Cardiovascular Imaging Systems, Inc. Intravascular catheter having combined imaging abrasion head
US5391151A (en) 1991-01-15 1995-02-21 Survival Technology, Inc. Subcutaneous injector
US5484427A (en) 1991-01-18 1996-01-16 Gibbons; Delmar Body vacuum
US5697920A (en) * 1991-01-18 1997-12-16 Gibbons; De Lamar Body vacuum
US5119839A (en) 1991-05-16 1992-06-09 Rudolph James M Method and device for strengthening nails using carnauba wax
US6090085A (en) 1991-05-30 2000-07-18 Mehl, Sr.; Thomas L. Skin moisturizing and buffing device
US6183451B1 (en) 1991-05-30 2001-02-06 Thomas L. Mehl, Sr. Method of delivery of skin treatment agents using freeze-dried liposomes
US5885260A (en) 1991-05-30 1999-03-23 Mehl, Sr.; Thomas L. Freeze-dried liposome delivery system for application of skin treatment agents
EP0564392A2 (en) 1992-03-04 1993-10-06 D. Antonio Fructuoso Martinez Medical equipment, useful in the cutaneous dermabrasion technique, achieved by means of abrasive powder
US5222956A (en) 1992-07-06 1993-06-29 Altair Instruments, Inc. Surgical drill collet mechanism and bur
US5460620A (en) 1992-07-31 1995-10-24 Creative Products Resource, Inc. Method of applying in-tandem applicator pads for transdermal delivery of a therapeutic agent
US5562642A (en) 1992-12-07 1996-10-08 Creative Products Resource, Inc. Separately packaged applicator pads for topical delivery of incompatible drugs
US5368581A (en) 1992-12-07 1994-11-29 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Method of using a packaging system with folded applicator pads for topical drug delivery
US5242433A (en) 1992-12-07 1993-09-07 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Packaging system with in-tandem applicator pads for topical drug delivery
US5254109A (en) 1992-12-07 1993-10-19 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Separately packaged applicator pads for topical delivery of incompatable drugs
US5417674A (en) 1992-12-07 1995-05-23 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Separately packaged applicator pads for topical delivery of incompatible drugs
US5470323A (en) 1992-12-07 1995-11-28 Creative Products Resource Associates, Ltd. Packaging system with in-tandem applicator pads for topical drug delivery
US5683971B1 (en) 1993-03-18 2000-10-24 Dymon Inc Abrasive hand cleaning article incorporating waterless hand cleanser
US5683971A (en) 1993-03-18 1997-11-04 Dymon, Inc. Abrasive hand cleaning article incorporating waterless hand cleanser
US5419772A (en) 1993-09-29 1995-05-30 Teitz; Bernard R. Surgical irrigation apparatus for cleaning and sterilizing wounds and surgical areas during surgery
US6231593B1 (en) 1994-03-21 2001-05-15 Dusa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Patch, controller, and method for the photodynamic therapy of a dermal lesion
US5612797A (en) 1994-05-14 1997-03-18 U.S. Philips Corporation Liquid crystal projection display systems
US20050148958A1 (en) 1994-06-14 2005-07-07 Rucinski Paul J. Novel wound irrigation device and method
US6368333B2 (en) * 1994-06-29 2002-04-09 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. V-shaped handpiece for dermabrasion
US6322568B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2001-11-27 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US6306147B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2001-10-23 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US6514262B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2003-02-04 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US5810842A (en) 1994-06-29 1998-09-22 Mattioli Engineering S.R.L. Equipment for microdermoabrasion through a flow of an air/reducing substances mix
US6482212B1 (en) 1994-06-29 2002-11-19 Mattioli Engineering, Ltd. Dermabrasion by a flow of reducing substances and having disposable sterilized components
US7052503B2 (en) 1994-06-29 2006-05-30 Mattioll Engineering, Ltd. Dermabrasion apparatus and method having oval-shaped mixing bottle
US5759185A (en) 1994-10-24 1998-06-02 Smith & Nephew, Inc. Surgical instrument
US5676643A (en) 1995-02-13 1997-10-14 The Procter & Gamble Company Dispenser for friably releasing dry particulate medicaments
US20030018252A1 (en) 1995-04-20 2003-01-23 Duchon Douglas J. Angiographic injector system and method of use
US6564093B1 (en) 1995-04-23 2003-05-13 Electromagnetic Bracing Systems Inc. Transdermal active drug delivery system and method
US5674235A (en) 1995-05-10 1997-10-07 Ultralase Technologies International Ultrasonic surgical cutting instrument
US6024733A (en) 1995-06-07 2000-02-15 Arthrocare Corporation System and method for epidermal tissue ablation
US5971999A (en) 1995-06-16 1999-10-26 Naldoni; Moreno Apparatus for microdermabrasion by means of a jet of mixture of air/reducing substances and relating handle
US6039745A (en) 1995-06-29 2000-03-21 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Equipment for microdermoabrasion through a flow of air/reducing substances mix and relative handpiece
US5707383A (en) 1995-10-05 1998-01-13 Xomed Surgical Products, Inc. Method of removing soft tissue in the middle ear
US5611687A (en) 1995-11-06 1997-03-18 Dental Concepts Inc. Oral hygiene delivery system
US5980555A (en) 1995-11-07 1999-11-09 Embol-X, Inc. Method of using cannula with associated filter during cardiac surgery
US6042552A (en) 1995-11-27 2000-03-28 Laboratoire C.C.D. Device for collecting endometrial fragments
US5873881A (en) 1995-12-05 1999-02-23 Mcewen; James Allen Linear drive dermatome
US6080166A (en) 1995-12-05 2000-06-27 Mcewen; James Allen Direct linear drive dermatome
US6869611B1 (en) 1996-02-08 2005-03-22 Douglas E. Kligman Composition and method of effecting superficial chemical skin peels
US5861142A (en) 1996-03-25 1999-01-19 Schick; Mary Pichler Method for promoting hair, nail, and skin keratinization
JPH09294747A (en) 1996-05-01 1997-11-18 Fukutaro Yamazaki Athlete's foot treating implement
US5908401A (en) 1996-05-08 1999-06-01 The Aps Organization, Llp Method for iontophoretic delivery of antiviral agents
US5676648A (en) 1996-05-08 1997-10-14 The Aps Organization, Llp Iontophoretic drug delivery apparatus and method for use
US5879323A (en) 1996-05-08 1999-03-09 The Aps Organization, Llp Method for iontophoretic delivery of antiviral agents
US6409736B1 (en) 1996-05-10 2002-06-25 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion apparatus operating by a flow of reducing substances, having disposable sterilized components
US6149634A (en) 1996-05-10 2000-11-21 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Collecting bottle for dermabrasion treatment
US5954730A (en) 1996-05-10 1999-09-21 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Mixing bottle for dermabrasion treatment and method of using the same
US6120512A (en) 1996-05-10 2000-09-19 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Dermabrasion apparatus having disposable sterilized components and method of assembling the same
US6562013B1 (en) 1996-07-11 2003-05-13 Pulsecare Medical Llc Kit assembly for complete wound treatment
US5848998A (en) 1996-07-11 1998-12-15 Marasco, Jr.; Patrick V. Tissue debriding apparatus
US5807353A (en) 1996-09-16 1998-09-15 Schmitz; Thomas David Aspiration device with separating element
US5779519A (en) 1996-11-18 1998-07-14 Sunfiles, Llc Scented fingernail files and buffers
US6027402A (en) 1996-11-18 2000-02-22 Sunfiles, Llc Cosmetic file/buffer with microencapsulated treatment substances
US5735833A (en) * 1996-12-11 1998-04-07 Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. Lavage tip
US5713785A (en) 1997-01-17 1998-02-03 Linax Co., Ltd. Vacuum type portable sander
US5882201A (en) 1997-01-21 1999-03-16 Salem; George Dental debridement method and tool therefor
US20130018317A1 (en) 1997-02-05 2013-01-17 Medtronic Minimed, Inc. Insertion Device for an Insertion Set and Method of Using the Same
US5800446A (en) 1997-02-27 1998-09-01 Banuchi; Isabel M. Article and method for dermabrading
US6162218A (en) * 1997-03-16 2000-12-19 Aesculap-Meditec Gmbh Method and arrangement for photoablation
US5813416A (en) 1997-04-03 1998-09-29 Rudolph; James M. File with sanitizing agent
US6142155A (en) 1997-04-03 2000-11-07 Rudolph; James M. File with sanitizing agent and method
US6685853B1 (en) 1997-05-29 2004-02-03 International Business Machines Corporation Energy sensitive electrically conductive admixtures, uses thereof, methods of fabrication and structures fabricated therewith
US5817050A (en) 1997-05-29 1998-10-06 Klein; Jeffrey A. Liposuction cannula
US6139553A (en) 1997-09-22 2000-10-31 Dotan; Simon Facial treatment implement and method
US6673081B1 (en) 1997-10-22 2004-01-06 Tav Tech Ltd. Dermal abrasion
US5846215A (en) 1997-12-11 1998-12-08 Chesebrough-Pond's Usa Co., Division Of Conopco, Inc. Antibacterial swabs
US5919152A (en) 1997-12-11 1999-07-06 Chesebrough-Pond's Usa Co., Division Of Conopco, Inc. Antibacterial swabs
USRE37796E1 (en) 1997-12-16 2002-07-23 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Methods for iontophoretic delivery of antiviral agents
US20080027328A1 (en) * 1997-12-29 2008-01-31 Julia Therapeutics, Llc Multi-focal treatment of skin with acoustic energy
US6264666B1 (en) 1998-01-26 2001-07-24 William P. Coleman Water jet for dermatological treatment
US6136008A (en) 1998-03-19 2000-10-24 3M Innovative Properties Company Skin abrader for biomedical electrode
US6019749A (en) 1998-04-01 2000-02-01 Squeezease, Llc Apparatus and method for removing material from skin pores
US6159226A (en) 1998-05-12 2000-12-12 Kim; Han-Joon Tongue cleaning device
US7004933B2 (en) 1998-05-29 2006-02-28 Light Bioscience L.L.C. Ultrasound enhancement of percutaneous drug absorption
US6277128B1 (en) 1998-07-11 2001-08-21 J. Scott Muldner Skin abrasion treatment device
US7276051B1 (en) 1998-08-07 2007-10-02 Hill-Rom Services, Inc. Wound treatment apparatus
US7744582B2 (en) 1998-08-11 2010-06-29 Antares Pharma, Inc. Needle assisted jet injector
US6238275B1 (en) 1998-08-19 2001-05-29 Alva Wesley Metcalf Contained direct particle beam flow abrasion system
WO2000015300A1 (en) 1998-09-16 2000-03-23 Ultra Cure Ltd. Method for peeling of epithelial tissue and apparatus and system for use therefor
US6129701A (en) 1998-11-19 2000-10-10 Sound Surgical Technologies, Llc Vented aspirator and method
US6306119B1 (en) 1999-01-20 2001-10-23 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Skin resurfacing and treatment using biocompatible materials
US6764493B1 (en) 1999-01-20 2004-07-20 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Tissue removal using biocompatible materials
US20050059940A1 (en) 1999-01-20 2005-03-17 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc. Skin resurfacing and treatment using biocompatible materials
US6235039B1 (en) * 1999-02-23 2001-05-22 Roger C. Parkin Skin abrasion device
US6432113B1 (en) 1999-02-23 2002-08-13 Roger C. Parkin Skin abrasion device
US6080165A (en) * 1999-03-15 2000-06-27 Dejacma; Frederick W. Self-contained disposable handpiece for a skin tissue removing apparatus
US20010049511A1 (en) 1999-03-17 2001-12-06 William P. Coleman Water jet for dermatological treatment
US6162232A (en) * 1999-03-18 2000-12-19 Shadduck; John H. Instruments and techniques for high-velocity fluid abrasion of epidermal layers with skin cooling
US6299620B1 (en) * 1999-03-18 2001-10-09 Aq Technologies, Inc. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US6423078B1 (en) 1999-04-23 2002-07-23 Medtronic Xomed, Inc. Dermabrasion instrument, instrument assembly and method
US6926681B1 (en) 1999-05-11 2005-08-09 Dynatronics Corporation Method and system for performing microabrasion and suction massage
US20020151826A1 (en) 1999-05-11 2002-10-17 John S. Ramey Massage apparatus and methods
US6139554A (en) 1999-06-10 2000-10-31 Karkar; Maurice N. Multipurpose tissue resurfacing handpiece
US6432114B1 (en) 1999-06-16 2002-08-13 L.I.C.A. S.R.L. Device for making hydro-microabrasions on human tissue
US6193589B1 (en) 1999-06-21 2001-02-27 Ben M. Khalaj Hand piece apparatus for abrasive cleaning devices
US6645184B1 (en) 1999-08-09 2003-11-11 Brian D. Zelickson Tape stripping system and method
US20040236291A1 (en) 1999-08-09 2004-11-25 Zelickson Brian D. Skin abrasion system and method
US7354423B2 (en) 1999-08-09 2008-04-08 J&J Consumer Co., Inc. Skin abrasion system and method
US8066716B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2011-11-29 Axia Medsciences, Llc Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20070208353A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2007-09-06 Shadduck John H Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20130096577A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2013-04-18 Axia Medsciences, Llc Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20060200172A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2006-09-07 Shadduck John H Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US6641591B1 (en) 1999-08-26 2003-11-04 John H. Shadduck Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20150230825A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2015-08-20 Axia Medsciences, Llc Devices and systems for treating the skin using vacuum
US7789886B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2010-09-07 Axia Medsciences, Llc Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US7678120B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2010-03-16 Axia Medsciences, Llc Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20150230824A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2015-08-20 Axia Medsciences, Llc Methods for treating the skin using vacuum
US20040143274A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2004-07-22 Shadduck John H. Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US20060200173A1 (en) 1999-08-26 2006-09-07 Shadduck John H Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US8337513B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2012-12-25 Axia Medsciences, Llc Instruments and techniques for controlled removal of epidermal layers
US6414032B1 (en) 1999-09-22 2002-07-02 B. Ron Johnson Anti-infective compositions for treating disordered tissue such as cold sores
US6410599B1 (en) 1999-09-22 2002-06-25 Ron Johnson Antiseptic compositions suitable for application to human tissue
US6420431B1 (en) 1999-09-22 2002-07-16 B. Ron Johnson Methods for treating disordered tissue through agitated delivery of anti-infective compositions
US6423750B1 (en) 1999-09-22 2002-07-23 B. Ron Johnson Systems for delivering anti-infective compositions to treat disordered tissue such as cold sores
US20080287864A1 (en) 1999-09-22 2008-11-20 Rosenberg Zeil B Method and Apparatus for the Transdermal Administration of a Substance
US20060264893A1 (en) 1999-09-24 2006-11-23 Sage Jr Burton H Method and device for abrading skin
US20080193493A1 (en) 1999-10-04 2008-08-14 Dean Rhoades Method for treating skin with a pad
US6652888B2 (en) 1999-10-04 2003-11-25 Dermanew, Inc. Method for skin rejuvenation with buffing cream
US7197359B1 (en) 1999-10-14 2007-03-27 Pola Chemical Industries Inc. Compositions for electroporation
US20030093089A1 (en) 1999-10-20 2003-05-15 Greenberg Ronald Allan Apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles
USRE42960E1 (en) 1999-11-12 2011-11-22 Altair Instruments, Inc. Microdermabrasion device
US6500183B1 (en) * 1999-11-12 2002-12-31 Altair Instruments, Inc Microdermabrasion device
US6241739B1 (en) 1999-11-12 2001-06-05 Altair Instruments, Inc. Microdermabrasion device and method of treating the skin surface
US6743211B1 (en) 1999-11-23 2004-06-01 Georgia Tech Research Corporation Devices and methods for enhanced microneedle penetration of biological barriers
US6562050B1 (en) 1999-11-29 2003-05-13 Vital Assist, Inc. Equipment for microdermabrasion
US20010023351A1 (en) 1999-12-01 2001-09-20 Eilers George J. Skin abrasion system and method
US20080091179A1 (en) 1999-12-10 2008-04-17 Candela Corporation Compact, handheld device for home-based acne treatment
US6387103B2 (en) 1999-12-30 2002-05-14 Aq Technologies, Inc. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US20020016601A1 (en) 2000-01-03 2002-02-07 Shadduck John H. Instruments and techniques for inducing neocollagenesis in skin treatments
US20060116674A1 (en) 2000-02-22 2006-06-01 Rhytec Limited Method of regenerating the recticular architecture of the dermis
US6582442B2 (en) 2000-02-28 2003-06-24 Dynatronics Corporation Method and system for performing microabrasion
US20020151908A1 (en) 2000-03-31 2002-10-17 Mallett Scott R. Microdermabrasion and suction massage apparatus and method
US6673082B2 (en) 2000-03-31 2004-01-06 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion handpiece with supply and return lumens
US6592595B1 (en) 2000-03-31 2003-07-15 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion and suction massage apparatus and method
US6527783B1 (en) * 2000-03-31 2003-03-04 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion and suction massage apparatus and method
US6183483B1 (en) 2000-04-03 2001-02-06 Henry Ping Chang Peeling apparatus for removing surface portions of human tissue with purging arrangement
US6735470B2 (en) 2000-05-31 2004-05-11 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Electrokinetic delivery of medicaments
US7069073B2 (en) 2000-05-31 2006-06-27 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Electrokinetic delivery of medicaments
US6477410B1 (en) 2000-05-31 2002-11-05 Biophoretic Therapeutic Systems, Llc Electrokinetic delivery of medicaments
WO2001093931A1 (en) 2000-06-06 2001-12-13 Becton, Dickinson And Company Method and apparatus for enhancing penetration of a puncturing member into the intradermal space
US20020041891A1 (en) 2000-06-09 2002-04-11 Cheski Peter J. Method and apparatus for microdermabrasion
US6283978B1 (en) 2000-06-09 2001-09-04 Peter J. Cheski Method and apparatus for microdermabrasion
US6565535B2 (en) 2000-06-16 2003-05-20 Nardo Zaias Medical infusion and aspiration system
US20020107527A1 (en) 2000-10-05 2002-08-08 Burres Steven A. Dermabrasion and skin care apparatus
US6471712B2 (en) 2000-10-05 2002-10-29 Steven A. Burres Dermabrasion and skin care apparatus
US20050209611A1 (en) 2000-10-20 2005-09-22 Greenberg Ronald A Apparatus for variable micro abrasion of human tissue and/or hides using different size and types of abrasive particles
US20040097967A1 (en) 2000-10-27 2004-05-20 Ignon Roger G. Method for skin/surface abrasion
US6629983B1 (en) 2000-10-27 2003-10-07 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for skin/surface abrasion
US20020058952A1 (en) * 2000-11-10 2002-05-16 Pearl Technology Holdings, Llc Tissue resurfacing using biocompatible materials
US20040092959A1 (en) 2000-12-24 2004-05-13 Gabriel Bernaz Device for dermabrasion
US20020133110A1 (en) 2001-01-19 2002-09-19 Citow Jonathan Stuart Device for treatment of inflamed tissue
US6589218B2 (en) * 2001-01-23 2003-07-08 Teddy Garcia Suction device for removing material from skin pores
US6511486B2 (en) * 2001-03-09 2003-01-28 Silhouet-Tone Ltee Dermabrasion hand tool for abrasively removing skin surface
US6503256B2 (en) 2001-03-13 2003-01-07 Dermamed, Inc. Microderm abrasion device and method
US20020133176A1 (en) * 2001-03-13 2002-09-19 Dermamed, Inc. Microderm abrasion device and method
US7597900B2 (en) 2001-03-27 2009-10-06 Schott Ag Tissue abrasives
US20040166172A1 (en) 2001-03-27 2004-08-26 Coni Rosati Bioctive tissue abrasives
US6687537B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2004-02-03 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and cellulite reduction
US7083580B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2006-08-01 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and transdermal drug delivery
US6743215B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2004-06-01 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement and cellulite reduction
US6535761B2 (en) 2001-04-06 2003-03-18 Mattioli Engineering Ltd. Method and apparatus for skin absorption enhancement
US20020188261A1 (en) * 2001-06-07 2002-12-12 Dermacel Inc. Hand piece for use in a dermal abrasion system
US20030012415A1 (en) 2001-07-10 2003-01-16 Cossel Travis M. Method and apparatus to biometrically authenticate MFP users
US6540757B1 (en) * 2001-07-13 2003-04-01 James C. Fallon Cartridge for use in a dermal abrasion system
US7314326B2 (en) 2001-07-19 2008-01-01 4-Med Device and method for treating pathologically affected skin
US7364565B2 (en) 2001-07-27 2008-04-29 Ramot At Tel Aviv University Ltd. Controlled enzymatic removal and retrieval of cells
US7094252B2 (en) 2001-08-21 2006-08-22 Cooltouch Incorporated Enhanced noninvasive collagen remodeling
US6905487B2 (en) 2001-08-27 2005-06-14 Maryann B. Zimmerman Dermal treatment applicator and method relating thereto
US20040254587A1 (en) 2001-09-12 2004-12-16 Joon Park Pedicure implement having a contoured surface
US6488646B1 (en) 2001-09-12 2002-12-03 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa Swab deliverable actives
US6494856B1 (en) 2001-09-12 2002-12-17 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa, Division Of Conopco, Inc. Swab deliverable actives
US6911031B2 (en) 2001-09-24 2005-06-28 Janelle Marie Muldner Single-hand operable microdermabrasion device
US20030060834A1 (en) 2001-09-24 2003-03-27 Muldner Janelle Marie Single-hand operable microdermabrasion device
US7458944B2 (en) 2001-10-04 2008-12-02 Beiersdorf Ag Cosmetic cleaning product
US20030093040A1 (en) 2001-10-29 2003-05-15 Mikszta John A. Method and device for the delivery of a substance
US6695853B2 (en) 2001-11-21 2004-02-24 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion system and method of use
US20030212415A1 (en) 2001-11-21 2003-11-13 Karasiuk Kenneth B. Skin treatment system and method of use
US20030097139A1 (en) 2001-11-21 2003-05-22 Karasiuk Kenneth B. Microdermabrasion system and method of use
US20070088371A1 (en) * 2001-11-21 2007-04-19 Emed, Incorporated Microdermabrasion System and Method of Use
US20120136374A1 (en) 2001-11-21 2012-05-31 Envy Medical, Inc. Skin Treatment System and Method of Use
US7951156B2 (en) 2001-11-21 2011-05-31 Envy Medical, Inc. Skin treatment system and method of use
US7658742B2 (en) 2001-11-21 2010-02-09 Envy Medical, Inc. Skin treatment system and method of use
US20040010222A1 (en) 2002-01-21 2004-01-15 The Procter & Gamble Company And Matsushlta Electric Works, Ltd. Skin care device
US7001355B2 (en) 2002-01-21 2006-02-21 The Procter & Gamble Company Skin care device
US7316657B2 (en) 2002-02-15 2008-01-08 Beiersdorf Ag Massage appliance with adjustable massage characteristics and storage container
WO2003073917A2 (en) 2002-03-01 2003-09-12 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion fluid application system and method
US20030208159A1 (en) * 2002-03-01 2003-11-06 Ignon Roger G. Skin abrasion growth factor fluid delivery system and method
US6942649B2 (en) 2002-03-01 2005-09-13 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion fluid appplication system and method
US20030167032A1 (en) 2002-03-01 2003-09-04 Ignon Roger G. Microdermabrasion fluid application system and method
US20030187462A1 (en) 2002-03-14 2003-10-02 Chang Henry Ping Tissue removal pen
US20030212127A1 (en) 2002-05-09 2003-11-13 Bradley Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Method of treating actinic keratosis
JP2003339713A (en) 2002-05-24 2003-12-02 Twinbird Corp Keratin grinding cosmetic instrument
US7482314B2 (en) 2002-07-11 2009-01-27 Orchid Scientific, Inc. Microdermabrasion composition and kit
US20040010269A1 (en) 2002-07-11 2004-01-15 Grimes Pearl E. Microdermabrasion composition and kit
US20060200099A1 (en) 2002-07-17 2006-09-07 La Bianco Kerrie L Skin treatment apparatus and methods
US7044938B2 (en) 2002-07-17 2006-05-16 La Bianco Kerrie L Skin treatment apparatus and methods
US7153311B2 (en) 2002-09-06 2006-12-26 Tae-Jun Chung Hand piece for microdermabrasion device
US7115275B2 (en) 2002-09-16 2006-10-03 Zicam, Llc System for delivering a composition to the nasal membrane and method of using same
US20040087972A1 (en) 2002-09-16 2004-05-06 Mulholland Robert Stephen Skin abrading apparatus
US7597901B2 (en) 2002-09-16 2009-10-06 Zicam, Llc System for delivering a composition to the nasal membrane and method of using the same
US20040219179A1 (en) 2002-09-20 2004-11-04 Mcdaniel David H. Skin abrasive agents
US7070488B2 (en) 2002-10-21 2006-07-04 Bionoface Micro-abrasion device
WO2004037098A1 (en) 2002-10-21 2004-05-06 Bionoface Micro-abrasion device
US7241208B2 (en) 2002-10-21 2007-07-10 Bionoface Micro-abrasion device
US20040092895A1 (en) 2002-11-07 2004-05-13 Harmon Kim R. Soft contact tip for use with a hand-held debridement device
US7135011B2 (en) 2002-12-09 2006-11-14 Jeffrey Lewis Powers Portable device for dispensing skin treatments
US20040122447A1 (en) 2002-12-19 2004-06-24 Harmon Kim R. Brush tip for use with a hand-held debridement device
US7198623B2 (en) 2003-01-10 2007-04-03 Ultradent Products, Inc. Fiber-coated dental infusor systems and methods of use
US7320691B2 (en) 2003-01-15 2008-01-22 Pacific Bioscience Laboratories, Inc. Apparatus and method for acoustic/mechanical treatment of early stage acne
US6924649B2 (en) 2003-02-12 2005-08-02 Dialog Semiconductor Gmbh Sensor read out
US7087063B2 (en) 2003-02-19 2006-08-08 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa, Division Of Conopco, Inc. Abrasion device and method
US20040162565A1 (en) 2003-02-19 2004-08-19 Unilever Home & Personal Care Usa, Division Of Conopco, Inc. Abrasion device and method
US20060191562A1 (en) 2003-02-25 2006-08-31 Mahito Nunomura Ultrasonic washing device
US20050037034A1 (en) 2003-05-05 2005-02-17 Rhoades Dean L. Method, apparatus, and composition for treating acne
US20060161178A1 (en) * 2003-05-27 2006-07-20 Lee John B Jr Removable cartridge for a microdermabrasion unit
US20040243149A1 (en) * 2003-05-27 2004-12-02 Lee John B. Removable cartridge for a microdermabrasion unit
US20080132914A1 (en) 2003-06-06 2008-06-05 Reckitt Benckiser (Uk) Limited Device and Method for Removing a Composition From the Skin
US7232444B2 (en) 2003-06-24 2007-06-19 Mei Yin Chang Microdermabrasion canister rack system
US20040267285A1 (en) * 2003-06-24 2004-12-30 Mei Yin Chang Microdermabrasion canister rack system
US7507228B2 (en) 2003-06-30 2009-03-24 Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc. Device containing a light emitting diode for treatment of barrier membranes
US7477938B2 (en) 2003-06-30 2009-01-13 Johnson & Johnson Cosumer Companies, Inc. Device for delivery of active agents to barrier membranes
US20050038448A1 (en) 2003-08-14 2005-02-17 Tae-Jun Chung Skin resurfacing device
US20050084509A1 (en) 2003-10-20 2005-04-21 Bernstein Eric F. Use of citric acid and low concentrations of alpha-hydroxy acids for superficial skin treatment
US20060002960A1 (en) 2003-12-09 2006-01-05 Paul Zoeteweij GM1 binding deficient exotoxins for use as immunoadjuvants
US7901373B2 (en) 2004-01-08 2011-03-08 Tavtech Ltd. High velocity liquid-gas mist tissue abrasion device
WO2005070313A1 (en) 2004-01-21 2005-08-04 Crystal Clear International Limited Microdermabrasion device
US20060212029A1 (en) 2004-02-20 2006-09-21 Arcusa Villacampa Francisco J Equipment and method for reducing and eliminating wrinkles in the skin
US7427273B2 (en) 2004-03-01 2008-09-23 Japan Natural Laboratory Co., Ltd. Skin beautification cosmetic system using iontophoresis device, ultrasonic facial stimulator, and cosmetic additive
US7489989B2 (en) 2004-03-11 2009-02-10 Oleg Alexeevich Sukhanov System for dispatching and controlling of generation in large-scale electric power systems
US20050203111A1 (en) 2004-03-12 2005-09-15 Vvii Newco 2003, Inc. Compositions and methods for preventing and treating skin and hair conditions
US20060189964A1 (en) 2004-05-07 2006-08-24 Anderson Robert S Apparatus and method to apply substances to tissue
US20050283176A1 (en) 2004-06-22 2005-12-22 Wahson Law Advanced disposable microdermabrasion system/method of treating the skin surface
WO2006018731A3 (en) 2004-08-18 2006-06-01 Jean Clement Edouart Gui Malak Hyperbar transcutaneous oxygenotherapy by fluorocarbon projection
US20080243039A1 (en) 2004-09-10 2008-10-02 Rhoades Dean L Oxygenating cosmetic instrument
US20070123808A1 (en) 2004-09-10 2007-05-31 Rhoades Dean L Oxygenating cosmetic instrument having various numbers of heads
US7384405B2 (en) 2004-09-10 2008-06-10 Rhoades Dean L Oxygenating cosmetic instrument having various numbers of heads
US7318828B1 (en) 2004-09-20 2008-01-15 Jacob Revivo Microdermabrasion machine
JP2006204767A (en) 2005-01-31 2006-08-10 Matsushita Electric Works Ltd Skin care device
US20060253125A1 (en) 2005-03-07 2006-11-09 Ignon Roger G Microdermabrasion method and apparatus
US7582067B2 (en) 2005-03-15 2009-09-01 Ted Gerard Van Acker Prepared medication applicator including a swab and a pharmacological active agent
US20090053390A1 (en) 2005-03-31 2009-02-26 Shigeto Sakou Novel Candy and Process for Producing the Same
US20080208146A1 (en) 2005-04-07 2008-08-28 Brandwein David H System and Method for Tool Feedback Sensing
US8088085B2 (en) 2005-06-03 2012-01-03 L'oreal Massaging and/or dispensing device
US7476205B2 (en) 2005-06-10 2009-01-13 Alfons Erdmann Apparatus for treatment of patients who suffer from lesions distributed on the surface of their skin and body cover
US20070005078A1 (en) 2005-06-30 2007-01-04 Cosmedic R & D, Inc. System for abrading skin to remove outer portions thereof
US7837695B2 (en) 2005-06-30 2010-11-23 Dermasweep, Inc. Skin treatment system
US20080215068A1 (en) 2005-06-30 2008-09-04 Cosmedic R & D, Inc. Skin treatment system
US8025669B1 (en) 2005-07-22 2011-09-27 Biorenew Labs, Llc Portable microderm abrasion device
US20080221548A1 (en) 2005-08-01 2008-09-11 Noam Danenberg Eradication of Pigmentation and Scar Tissue
US20070043382A1 (en) 2005-08-18 2007-02-22 Cheney Sharon A Thermal separation of impurities from the scalp, hair, and skin
US20070065515A1 (en) 2005-09-22 2007-03-22 Key Douglas J Methods and compositions for treating skin lines and wrinkles and improving skin quality
US7320801B2 (en) 2005-09-26 2008-01-22 Jack Perez Kelly Patch for treating symptoms of a skin abscess
US20150231379A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2015-08-20 Edge Systems Llc Tip with embedded materials for skin treatment
US20150272623A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2015-10-01 Edge Systems Llc Console system for the treatment of skin
US20070156124A1 (en) * 2005-12-30 2007-07-05 Roger Ignon Apparatus and methods for treating the skin
US20070154502A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2007-07-05 Judy Hattendorf Method of treating skin requiring microdermabrasion
US8048089B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2011-11-01 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and methods for treating the skin
US20150290442A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2015-10-15 Edge Systems Llc Methods and systems for extraction of materials from skin
US20120022435A1 (en) 2005-12-30 2012-01-26 Edge Systems Corporation Removable tips for skin treatment systems
US20070178121A1 (en) 2006-01-27 2007-08-02 Allergan, Inc. Methods for enhancing skin treatments
US20070198031A1 (en) 2006-02-21 2007-08-23 David Kellogg Method for performing dermabrasion
US20140343574A1 (en) 2006-03-29 2014-11-20 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US20160038183A1 (en) 2006-03-29 2016-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US20070239173A1 (en) 2006-03-30 2007-10-11 Khalaj Ben M Hydro-dermabrasion apparatus and method of use
WO2007114904A3 (en) 2006-04-04 2007-11-29 Amcol International Corp Cosmetic and therapeutic stick products comprising microparticles
US20090048557A1 (en) 2006-04-20 2009-02-19 Yehushua Yeshurun Device and methods combining vibrating micro-protrusions with phototherapy
US20080103563A1 (en) 2006-10-26 2008-05-01 Lumiport, Llc Light therapy personal care device
US20080119781A1 (en) 2006-11-22 2008-05-22 Jonathan King Method and apparatus for treating scar tissue
US20080139974A1 (en) 2006-12-04 2008-06-12 Da Silva Luiz B Devices and Methods for Treatment of Skin Conditions
US20080200861A1 (en) 2006-12-13 2008-08-21 Pinchas Shalev Apparatus and method for skin treatment
US20080154161A1 (en) 2006-12-22 2008-06-26 Abbott Laura W Handheld massager
US20080214987A1 (en) 2006-12-22 2008-09-04 Nanomed Devices, Inc. Microdevice And Method For Transdermal Delivery And Sampling Of Active Substances
US8277287B2 (en) 2007-05-22 2012-10-02 Dermasweep, Inc. Skin treatment system
US20110054490A1 (en) 2007-05-22 2011-03-03 Dermasweep, Inc. Skin treatment system
US20080300552A1 (en) 2007-06-01 2008-12-04 Cichocki Frank R Thermal forming of refractory alloy surgical needles
US20080300529A1 (en) 2007-06-04 2008-12-04 Farr Laboratories, Llc Skin Care Method and Kit Using Peltier Thermoelectric Device
US20090124985A1 (en) 2007-06-13 2009-05-14 Erik John Hasenoehrl Skin treatment device
US20090099091A1 (en) 2007-06-27 2009-04-16 The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Stanford Junior University Oligopeptide Tyrosinase Inhibitors and Uses Thereof
US20090099093A1 (en) 2007-06-27 2009-04-16 The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Stanford Junior University Peptide Tyrosinase Inhibitors and Uses Thereof
US20090062815A1 (en) * 2007-08-28 2009-03-05 Emed, Inc. Handheld microdermabrasion device
US8128638B2 (en) 2007-08-28 2012-03-06 Emed, Inc. Handheld microdermabrasion device
US20090138026A1 (en) 2007-11-26 2009-05-28 Yueh-Chin Wu Water dermabrasion and skincare device and method thereof
US8343116B2 (en) * 2008-01-04 2013-01-01 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US20090177171A1 (en) 2008-01-04 2009-07-09 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US20130102978A1 (en) 2008-01-04 2013-04-25 Edge Systems Corporation Microdermabrasion apparatus and method
US8814836B2 (en) * 2008-01-29 2014-08-26 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin using time-release substances
US20150265822A1 (en) 2008-01-29 2015-09-24 Edge Systems Llc Devices and systems for treating skin surfaces
US9056193B2 (en) 2008-01-29 2015-06-16 Edge Systems Llc Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US20110082415A1 (en) 2008-01-29 2011-04-07 Edge Systems Corporation Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin using time-release substances
US20090192442A1 (en) * 2008-01-29 2009-07-30 Edge Systems Corporation Apparatus and method for treating the skin
US20150032047A1 (en) 2008-01-29 2015-01-29 Edge Systems Llc Devices for treating skin using treatment materials located along a tip
US20130066336A1 (en) 2008-02-29 2013-03-14 Envy Medical, Inc. Microdermabrasion Treatment Heads
US20090222023A1 (en) 2008-02-29 2009-09-03 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion Treatment Heads
US8236008B2 (en) 2008-02-29 2012-08-07 Envy Medical, Inc. Microdermabrasion treatment heads
US20100049210A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System Upgrade Kit
US20100049177A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System with Combination Skin Therapies
US20100045427A1 (en) 2008-08-22 2010-02-25 Emed, Inc. Microdermabrasion System with Security Mechanism
US20100217357A1 (en) 2008-10-31 2010-08-26 Da Silva Luiz B Methods and Apparatus for Personal Care
US20110066162A1 (en) 2009-09-16 2011-03-17 Vandolay, Inc. Cryo-micro-dermabrasion
US8221437B2 (en) 2009-11-25 2012-07-17 Altair Instruments, Inc. Device for applying liquid skincare products in combination with vacuum and abrasion
US20130144280A1 (en) 2009-12-06 2013-06-06 Shimon Eckhouse Method and apparatus for personal skin treatment
US20120041338A1 (en) 2010-08-13 2012-02-16 Seventh Sense Biosystems, Inc. Clinical and/or consumer techniques and devices
WO2012145667A2 (en) 2011-04-21 2012-10-26 Sunless, Inc. Hand held skin treatment spray apparatus and system
US20130158547A1 (en) * 2011-12-19 2013-06-20 Jonathan David Fluid Skin Treatment Device
US20140343481A1 (en) 2013-03-15 2014-11-20 Edge Systems Llc Skin treatment systems and methods using needles

Non-Patent Citations (5)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Title
Cox III et al., Decreased Splatter in Dermabrasion, Arch Facial Plastic Surgery, Jan.-Mar. 2000, vol. 2, pp. 23-26.
Ditre et al., Effect of alpha-hydroxy acids on photoaged skin: A pilot clinical, histologic, and ultrastructural study, Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, Feb. 1996, vol. 34, No. 2, Part 1, pp. 187-195.
Ditre et al., Effect of α-hydroxy acids on photoaged skin: A pilot clinical, histologic, and ultrastructural study, Journal of American Academy of Dermatology, Feb. 1996, vol. 34, No. 2, Part 1, pp. 187-195.
Harris et al., Combining Manual Dermasanding with Low Stregnth Trichloroacetic Acid to Improve Antinically Injured Skin, The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology, Jul. 1994, vol. 20, No. 7, pp. 436-442.
International Search Report for PCT/US2008/088576 (the corresponding PCT of the subject application), mailed Feb. 19, 2009.

Cited By (34)

* Cited by examiner, † Cited by third party
Publication number Priority date Publication date Assignee Title
US9775646B2 (en) 1999-08-26 2017-10-03 Axia Medsciences, Llc Devices and systems for treating the skin using vacuum
US11612726B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2023-03-28 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating skin
US10357642B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2019-07-23 Edge Systems Llc Removable tips for use with skin treatment systems
US11865287B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2024-01-09 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating skin
US9814868B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2017-11-14 Edge Systems Llc Tip with embedded materials for skin treatment
US9662482B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2017-05-30 Edge Systems Llc Methods and systems for extraction of materials from skin
US11547840B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2023-01-10 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating skin
US11446477B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2022-09-20 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating skin
US10357641B2 (en) 2005-12-30 2019-07-23 Edge Systems Llc Tips for skin treatment device
US11717326B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2023-08-08 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10172644B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2019-01-08 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10251675B2 (en) 2006-03-29 2019-04-09 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10556096B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2020-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for skin treatment
US11883621B2 (en) 2008-01-04 2024-01-30 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for skin treatment
US10556097B2 (en) 2008-01-29 2020-02-11 Edge Systems Llc Devices for treating skin using treatment materials located along a tip
US11020577B2 (en) 2008-01-29 2021-06-01 Edge Systems Llc Devices and systems for treating skin surfaces
US11517350B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2022-12-06 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US11213321B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2022-01-04 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US11903615B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2024-02-20 Hydrafacial Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10993743B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2021-05-04 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US10238812B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2019-03-26 Edge Systems Llc Skin treatment systems and methods using needles
US11202657B2 (en) 2013-03-15 2021-12-21 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for treating the skin
US11925780B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2024-03-12 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin
US10179229B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2019-01-15 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin using a porous member
US11224728B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2022-01-18 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin using a porous member
US11744999B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2023-09-05 Hydra Facial LLC Devices and methods for treating the skin
US11806495B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2023-11-07 Hydrafacial Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin
US10035007B2 (en) 2014-12-23 2018-07-31 Edge Systems Llc Devices and methods for treating the skin
US11241357B2 (en) 2015-07-08 2022-02-08 Edge Systems Llc Devices, systems and methods for promoting hair growth
US10758261B2 (en) * 2016-11-23 2020-09-01 LCL Enterprises, Inc. Microdermabrasion systems and related technologies
US11504148B2 (en) 2018-07-12 2022-11-22 Michael Todd Beauty Lp Personal care appliance
USD862721S1 (en) 2018-07-12 2019-10-08 Michael Todd Beauty Lp Personal care appliance
USD1016615S1 (en) 2021-09-10 2024-03-05 Hydrafacial Llc Container for a skin treatment device
USD993436S1 (en) 2022-01-12 2023-07-25 Beauty Biosciences Llc Handheld skin cleansing device

Also Published As

Publication number Publication date
WO2009088884A1 (en) 2009-07-16
KR20100129269A (en) 2010-12-08
US20090177171A1 (en) 2009-07-09
EP3388006A1 (en) 2018-10-17
US11883621B2 (en) 2024-01-30
US20130102978A1 (en) 2013-04-25
EP2240099A1 (en) 2010-10-20
US10556096B2 (en) 2020-02-11
JP2011509115A (en) 2011-03-24
EP3388006B1 (en) 2020-03-04
EP2240099B1 (en) 2018-02-21
JP5508285B2 (en) 2014-05-28
US20170266424A1 (en) 2017-09-21
KR20170040365A (en) 2017-04-12
US20200171288A1 (en) 2020-06-04
US8343116B2 (en) 2013-01-01
KR101836310B1 (en) 2018-03-08
EP2240099A4 (en) 2011-03-30

Similar Documents

Publication Publication Date Title
US11883621B2 (en) Devices and methods for skin treatment
US20200171289A1 (en) Devices and methods for treating skin
US11547840B2 (en) Devices and methods for treating skin
US20090062815A1 (en) Handheld microdermabrasion device

Legal Events

Date Code Title Description
AS Assignment

Owner name: COMERICA BANK, A TEXAS BANKING ASSOCIATION, MICHIG

Free format text: SECURITY AGREEMENT;ASSIGNORS:EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION;EDGE SYSTEMS LLC;REEL/FRAME:029549/0027

Effective date: 20121218

AS Assignment

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS LLC, CALIFORNIA

Free format text: CONVERTED;ASSIGNOR:EDGE SYSTEMS CORPORATION;REEL/FRAME:039052/0198

Effective date: 20121127

STCF Information on status: patent grant

Free format text: PATENTED CASE

AS Assignment

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS CORPORATION, CALIFORNIA

Free format text: ASSIGNMENT OF ASSIGNORS INTEREST;ASSIGNORS:IGNON, ROGER;NICOLAS, ED F.;REEL/FRAME:040133/0108

Effective date: 20090312

AS Assignment

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION, CALIFORNIA

Free format text: RELEASE OF SECURITY INTEREST RECORDED AT REEL/FRAME 029549/0027;ASSIGNOR:COMERICA BANK;REEL/FRAME:040806/0018

Effective date: 20161129

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS LLC, CALIFORNIA

Free format text: RELEASE OF SECURITY INTEREST RECORDED AT REEL/FRAME 029549/0027;ASSIGNOR:COMERICA BANK;REEL/FRAME:040806/0018

Effective date: 20161129

AS Assignment

Owner name: SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC, CONNECTICUT

Free format text: SECURITY INTEREST;ASSIGNORS:EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE CORPORATION;EDGE SYSTEMS LLC;REEL/FRAME:040538/0026

Effective date: 20161201

MAFP Maintenance fee payment

Free format text: PAYMENT OF MAINTENANCE FEE, 4TH YR, SMALL ENTITY (ORIGINAL EVENT CODE: M2551); ENTITY STATUS OF PATENT OWNER: SMALL ENTITY

Year of fee payment: 4

AS Assignment

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS INTERMEDIATE, LLC, NEW YORK

Free format text: RELEASE BY SECURED PARTY;ASSIGNOR:SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC;REEL/FRAME:056675/0606

Effective date: 20210505

Owner name: EDGE SYSTEMS LLC, NEW YORK

Free format text: RELEASE BY SECURED PARTY;ASSIGNOR:SILVER POINT FINANCE, LLC;REEL/FRAME:056675/0606

Effective date: 20210505

AS Assignment

Owner name: JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A., AS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENT, ILLINOIS

Free format text: SECURITY INTEREST;ASSIGNOR:EDGE SYSTEMS LLC;REEL/FRAME:058526/0897

Effective date: 20211230

AS Assignment

Owner name: HYDRAFACIAL LLC, CALIFORNIA

Free format text: CHANGE OF NAME;ASSIGNOR:EDGE SYSTEMS LLC;REEL/FRAME:061178/0138

Effective date: 20220324